Japanese symbol for “nip”
摘む
つむ
Romaji: tsumu
to pick; to pluck
In Japanese, nip is 摘む, read つむ (tsumu).
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
- v5m, vt to pick; to pluck
- v5m, vt to snip; to cut; to nip; to trim
Written forms: 摘む、抓む. Readings: つむ.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “nip”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 抓る | つねる tsuneru | to pinch; to nip |
| 歯を立てる | はをたてる haotateru | to bite; to sink one's teeth into; to nip |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 指摘 | してき shiteki | pointing out; identification |
| 摘発 | てきはつ tekihatsu | exposing; unmasking; laying bare |
| 摘出 | てきしゅつ tekishutsu | picking out; taking out; (surgical) removal |
| 摘み | つまみ tsumami | knob; handle; button |
See also: Chinese symbol for “nip”.
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