Japanese symbol for “saffron”
サフラン
サフラン
Romaji: safuran
saffron
In Japanese, saffron is サフラン (safuran).
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
- n saffron
Other Japanese words for “saffron”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 鬱金色 | うこんいろ ukon'iro | yellow; saffron |
| 柑子色 | こうじいろ koujiiro | orange; saffron |
See also: Chinese symbol for “saffron”.
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