Japanese symbol for “gilt”
ギルト
ギルト
Romaji: giruto
gilt
In Japanese, gilt is ギルト (giruto).
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 gilt
- n guilt
- n gilt-edged security; gilt
Other Japanese words for “gilt”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 鍍金 | めっき mekki | plating (chrome, gold, silver, etc.); coating; gilding |
| 鍍金 | ときん tokin | plating (chrome, gold, silver, etc.); coating; gilding |
See also: Chinese symbol for “gilt”.
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