Japanese symbol for “cheetah”
チーター
チーター
Romaji: chiitaa
cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)
In Japanese, cheetah is チーター (chiitaa).
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 cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)
Written forms: —. Readings: チーター、チータ.
Other Japanese words for “cheetah”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 狩猟豹 | しゅりょうひょう shuryouhyou | cheetah |
See also: Chinese symbol for “cheetah”.
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