Japanese symbol for “masterwork”
名作
めいさく
Romaji: meisaku
masterpiece; masterwork
In Japanese, masterwork is 名作, read めいさく (meisaku).
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 masterpiece; masterwork
Written forms: 名作、銘作. Readings: めいさく.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “masterwork”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 傑作 | けっさく kessaku | masterpiece; masterwork; chef d'oeuvre |
| 最高傑作 | さいこうけっさく saikoukessaku | masterpiece; masterwork; crowning work |
| マスターワーク | マスターワーク masutaawaaku | masterwork |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 名前 | なまえ namae | name |
| 有名 | ゆうめい yuumei | famous; well-known |
| 名誉 | めいよ meiyo | honor; honour; credit |
| 名称 | めいしょう meishou | name; title |
| 署名 | しょめい shomei | signature; autograph |
| 本名 | ほんみょう honmyou | real name |
| 作る | つくる tsukuru | to make; to produce; to manufacture |
| 作品 | さくひん sakuhin | work (e.g. book, film, painting, composition); piece; production |
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