Japanese symbol for “calories”

In Japanese, calories is エネルギー (enerugii).

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Meanings

1. n energy (physics)
2. n energy; strength; power; stamina; get-up-and-go
3. n energy source; energy resource
4. n food energy; calories

Written forms: —. Readings: エネルギー、エネルギ.

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