Japanese symbol for “chuckle”
くすくす
くすくす
Romaji: kusukusu
chuckle; giggle
In Japanese, chuckle is くすくす (kusukusu).
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
- adv, adv-to chuckle; giggle
Written forms: —. Readings: くすくす、クスクス.
Other Japanese words for “chuckle”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ウフッ | ウフッ ufu | chuckle; chuckling |
| 含み笑い | ふくみわらい fukumiwarai | suppressed laugh; smile; giggle |
| 盗み笑い | ぬすみわらい nusumiwarai | chuckle; snigger; laughing secretly |
See also: Chinese symbol for “chuckle”.
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