Japanese symbol for “chess”
チェス
チェス
Romaji: chesu
chess
In Japanese, chess is チェス (chesu).
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 chess
Other Japanese words for “chess”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 西洋将棋 | せいようしょうぎ seiyoushougi | chess |
See also: Chinese symbol for “chess”.
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