Japanese symbol for “cb”

In Japanese, cb is ＣＢ, read シー・ビー (shii・bii).

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

1. n Citizens' Band; CB (radio)
2. n convertible bond
3. n chronic bronchitis
4. n chemical and biological (weapons)
5. n center back; centre back (sports)
6. n community business

Written forms: ＣＢ. Readings: シー・ビー、シービー.

Data: JMdict (CC BY-SA 4.0); KANJIDIC2 (CC BY-SA 4.0); KanjiVG (CC BY-SA 3.0); wordfreq (CC BY-SA 4.0 (data)). Retrieved 2026-10-22.