Japanese symbol for “lynx”
リンクス
リンクス
Romaji: rinkusu
lynx
In Japanese, lynx is リンクス (rinkusu).
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 lynx
Other Japanese words for “lynx”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 山猫座 | やまねこざ yamanekoza | Lynx (constellation) |
| 大山猫 | おおやまねこ ooyamaneko | lynx (esp. the Eurasian lynx, Lynx lynx) |
See also: Chinese symbol for “lynx”.
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