Japanese symbol for “pickup”

In Japanese, pickup is ピックアップ (pikkuappu).

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. n, vs, vt picking out; choosing; selection
2. n, vs, vt picking (someone) up (in a vehicle)
3. n pickup (in a record player); (phono) cartridge
4. n pickup (truck)
5. n pickup (reaction) (physics)

Written forms: —. Readings: ピックアップ、ピック・アップ.

Other Japanese words for “pickup”

See also: Chinese symbol for “pickup”.

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