Japanese symbol for “medusa”

メドゥーサ

Romaji: meduusa

Medusa

In Japanese, medusa is メドゥーサ (meduusa).

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 Medusa (grmyth)

Written forms: —. Readings: メドゥーサ、メドゥサ、メデューサ、メデゥーサ.

See also: Chinese symbol for “medusa”.

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