Japanese symbol for “dots”
ポツポツ
ポツポツ
Romaji: potsupotsu
dots; spots
In Japanese, dots is ポツポツ (potsupotsu).
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 dots; spots
- adv, adv-to bit by bit; little by little; gradually
- adv, adv-to here and there; scattered; dotted
- adv, adv-to in drops; (falling) lightly
Written forms: —. Readings: ポツポツ、ぽつぽつ.
Other Japanese words for “dots”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 点々 | てんてん tenten | dots; spots |
| ぼつぼつ | ぼつぼつ botsubotsu | spots; dots; pimples |
| ポチポチ | ポチポチ pochipochi | dots |
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