Japanese symbol for “kitty”
ぬこ
ぬこ
Romaji: nuko
cat; kitty
In Japanese, kitty is ぬこ (nuko).
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 cat; kitty
Written forms: —. Readings: ぬこ、ヌコ、ぬっこ、ヌッコ.
Other Japanese words for “kitty”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| にゃんにゃ | にゃんにゃ nyannya | kitty; pussycat |
| にゃーにゃー | にゃーにゃー nyaanyaa | cat; kitty; pussy cat |
See also: Chinese symbol for “kitty”.
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