Japanese symbol for “pulsing”

くぱくぱ

Romaji: kupakupa

opening and closing (esp. of vulva or anus); pulsing

In Japanese, pulsing is くぱくぱ (kupakupa).

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

adv, adv-to, vs opening and closing (esp. of vulva or anus); pulsing
adv, adv-to, vs opening and closing (e.g. of a mouth); gasping (e.g. of a fish)

Written forms: —. Readings: くぱくぱ、クパクパ.

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