Japanese symbol for “marine”
マリン
マリン
Romaji: marin
marine
In Japanese, marine is マリン (marin).
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
- adj-f marine
- n (US) Marine Corps; the Marines; Marine
Written forms: —. Readings: マリン、マリーン.
Other Japanese words for “marine”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 海兵 | かいへい kaihei | sailor; marine |
| 舶用 | はくよう hakuyou | marine; for shipping; for vessels |
| 海洋性 | かいようせい kaiyousei | marine; maritime; oceanic |
| 海生 | かいせい kaisei | marine |
| 海産 | かいさん kaisan | marine (e.g. product, animal etc.) |
See also: Chinese symbol for “marine”.
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