元

Reading

Kana: げん

Romaji: gen

Definitions

noun

1

unknown (e.g. in an equation)

(Mathematics)

2

element (of a set)

(Mathematics)

3

yuan (monetary unit of China)

4

Yuan dynasty (China)

Kanji

元

Readings: ゲン、 ガン、 もと

Meanings: beginning, former time, origin

Example Sentences

元気(げんき)？

➥How are you?

お元気(げんき)で！

➥Good luck to you!

元気(げんき)ないね。

➥You seem to be a little under the weather.

元気(げんき)でね。

➥Good luck.

元気(げんき)出(だ)して。

➥Cheer up!

元気(げんき)ですか。

➥How are you doing?