This kanji means the sex, the nature of, or temperament.

on readings:
  • sei
  • shou
kun readings:
    -
examples:
akusei malignant, vicious
chuusei neutrality (electrical, chemical, etc.) or neuter gender (linguistics)
kanōsei possibility
seikaku character, personality
sansei acidity
seishitsu nature, property
yōsei positive

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Last ∆ on 5 June 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.