Japanese symbol for “gondola”

In Japanese, gondola is ゴンドラ (gondora).

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. n gondola (boat, esp. in Venice)
2. n gondola (hot-air balloon, airship, etc.); basket; cabin (cable car, ski lift, etc.); car (elevator)
3. n scaffold (building); display shelf (shop)

Other Japanese words for “gondola”

See also: Chinese symbol for “gondola”.

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