Sharpness
- Namespaced ID
- minecraft:sharpness
- Numeric ID
- 32
- Max level
- V (5)
- Category
- Sharp weapon
- Rarity
- Common (weight 10)
- Tradeable
- Yes (villager trades)
- Edition
- Java
/enchant command
Applies the enchantment at max level to the held item. Adjust the trailing number for a different level.
Command builder
Pick the target and level to generate a ready-to-paste /enchant command for Sharpness. It applies to the item the target is holding.
The /enchant command only applies to the item the target is currently holding.
Effect per level
Bonus attack damage granted by Sharpness at each level. Values are the exact amounts from the game files.
| Level | Bonus attack damage |
|---|---|
| I | +1 ❤ |
| II | +1.5 ❤ |
| III | +2 ❤ |
| IV | +2.5 ❤ |
| V | +3 ❤ |
Enchanting cost
The enchanting table rolls an enchantment for a given level only when your modified enchantability falls in the window below. Higher bookshelf counts push you toward the higher levels. On an anvil, combining Sharpness adds 1 level to the prior-work cost.
| Level | Enchant level range |
|---|---|
| I | 1 – 21 |
| II | 12 – 32 |
| III | 23 – 43 |
| IV | 34 – 54 |
| V | 45 – 65 |
Applies to
- Sword
Conflicts with
These enchantments cannot be combined with Sharpness on the same item.
Enchanted book
Build a /give command with Sharpness → in the /give builder.
Compare with
Side-by-side comparisons featuring this enchantment.
About Sharpness
How much does Sharpness add in Minecraft?
At its max level (V), Sharpness gives bonus attack damage of +3 ❤. Per level: I +1 ❤, II +1.5 ❤, III +2 ❤, IV +2.5 ❤, V +3 ❤.
What is the max level of Sharpness?
Sharpness goes up to level 5 (V). The full /enchant command at max level is: /enchant @p minecraft:sharpness 5.
How rare is Sharpness in Minecraft?
Sharpness is common (enchanting weight 10 — higher weight means it shows up more often at the enchanting table).
What enchantments conflict with Sharpness?
Sharpness cannot be combined on the same item with Bane of Arthropods, Breach, Density, Impaling, Smite. You can apply only one enchantment from this group at a time.