Japanese symbol for “rework”
練り直す
ねりなおす
Romaji: nerinaosu
to knead again
In Japanese, rework is 練り直す, read ねりなおす (nerinaosu).
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
- v5s, vt to knead again
- v5s, vt to rework; to revise; to polish
Written forms: 練り直す、練りなおす、練直す. Readings: ねりなおす.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “rework”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 焼き直す | やきなおす yakinaosu | to rehash; to rework; to refurbish |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 練習 | れんしゅう renshuu | practice; training; drill |
| 訓練 | くんれん kunren | training; drill; practice |
| 未練 | みれん miren | lingering attachment; lingering affection; regret |
| 試練 | しれん shiren | test; trial; ordeal |
| 洗練 | せんれん senren | refinement; polish |
| 熟練 | じゅくれん jukuren | skill; expertise; experience |
| 直接 | ちょくせつ chokusetsu | direct; immediate; personal |
| 正直 | しょうじき shoujiki | honest; frank; candid |
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