Japanese symbol for “memorial”
メモリアル
メモリアル
Romaji: memoriaru
memorial; testimonial; commemorative
In Japanese, memorial is メモリアル (memoriaru).
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, n memorial; testimonial; commemorative
Other Japanese words for “memorial”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 建白 | けんぱく kenpaku | petition; memorial |
| 追悼碑 | ついとうひ tsuitouhi | memorial (to the dead) |
| 建白書 | けんぱくしょ kenpakusho | petition; memorial |
| 建議書 | けんぎしょ kengisho | (written) proposal (sent to the government); recommendation; memorial |
See also: Chinese symbol for “memorial”.
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