Japanese symbol for “decimal”
十進
じっしん
Romaji: jisshin
decimal; denary
In Japanese, decimal is 十進, read じっしん (jisshin).
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
- adj-f decimal; denary
Written forms: 十進、１０進. Readings: じっしん、じゅっしん.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “decimal”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| １０進数 | じっしんすう jisshinsuu | decimal; decimal digit; decimal number |
| デシマル | デシマル deshimaru | decimal |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 不十分 | ふじゅうぶん fujuubun | insufficient; inadequate; imperfect |
| 十字架 | じゅうじか juujika | cross (for crucifixion); the Cross (of Christ) |
| 十字 | じゅうじ juuji | cross; cross shape |
| 五十音 | ごじゅうおん gojuuon | the Japanese syllabary |
| 十字路 | じゅうじろ juujiro | crossroads; intersection |
| 十八番 | おはこ ohako | one's favourite party trick (favorite); one's specialty; one's forte |
| 推進 | すいしん suishin | propulsion; drive |
| 進行 | しんこう shinkou | moving forward (e.g. of a vehicle); onward movement |
See also: Chinese symbol for “decimal”.
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