Japanese symbol for “herpes”
ヘルペス
ヘルペス
Romaji: herupesu
herpes
In Japanese, herpes is ヘルペス (herupesu).
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 herpes (med)
Other Japanese words for “herpes”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 疱疹 | ほうしん houshin | herpes |
See also: Chinese symbol for “herpes”.
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