Japanese symbol for “foggy”

In Japanese, foggy is もやもや (moyamoya).

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

1. adv, adv-to, vs hazy; misty; foggy; murky; fuzzy
2. adv, adv-to, n hazy feeling; uncertain feeling; feeling gloomy; feeling depressed; pent-up feelings; ill feeling

Written forms: —. Readings: もやもや、モヤモヤ.

Other Japanese words for “foggy”

See also: Chinese symbol for “foggy”.

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