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Base noun form. Often used in compounds to denote ability or skill, such as 『能力』 (nouryoku, 'ability') or 『可能』 (kanou, 'possible').
Theme
At a community center, User and their friend Ken discuss hobbies and skills after a pottery class.
能
のう
being skilled in / nicely / properly
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of someone who can do things 'nicely' and 'properly'—they have the 'know-how'. 'Know' → 能 (nou, 'being skilled in').
Cultural Note
『能』 (nou) is famously associated with Noh theater, a traditional Japanese performing art. It emphasizes skill, precision, and proper form, reflecting the word's meaning of 'being skilled in' or 'doing things properly'.
Forms
Base: 能Base noun form. Often used in compounds to denote ability or skill, such as 『能力』 (nouryoku, 'ability') or 『可能』 (kanou, 'possible').