Japanese symbol for “microfilm”

In Japanese, microfilm is マイクロ (maikuro).

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

1. adj-f micro-; micro; 10^-6
2. n minibus
3. n microfilm

Other Japanese words for “microfilm”

See also: Chinese symbol for “microfilm”.

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