Japanese symbol for “geez”

In Japanese, geez is もう (mou).

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 already; yet; by now; now; (not) any more; (not) any longer
2. adv soon; shortly; before long; presently
3. adv further; more; again; another; the other
4. int jeez; geez; gee; boy; come on; damn
5. int truly; really; extremely

Written forms: —. Readings: もう、もー、もぉ.

See also: Chinese symbol for “geez”.

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