Japanese symbol for “button”
釦
ボタン
Romaji: botan
button (clothing)
In Japanese, button is 釦, read ボタン (botan).
Before using these characters for a tattoo, check them with a native speaker. Dictionary words often have several meanings, and the right choice depends on context.
Meanings
- n button (clothing)
- n push-button; button
Written forms: 釦、鈕. Readings: ボタン.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “button”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 摘み | つまみ tsumami | knob; handle; button |
| 止める | とめる tomeru | to fix (in place); to fasten; to tack |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 包み釦 | つつみぼたん tsutsumibotan | covered button |
See also: Chinese symbol for “button”.
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