Japanese symbol for “claws”
螯
はさみ
Romaji: hasami
pincers (of a crab, scorpion, etc.); claws; forceps
In Japanese, claws is 螯, read はさみ (hasami).
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 pincers (of a crab, scorpion, etc.); claws; forceps
Written forms: 螯. Readings: はさみ、ハサミ.
Kanji and stroke order
See also: Chinese symbol for “claws”.
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