Japanese symbol for “salamander”
サラマンダー
サラマンダー
Romaji: saramandaa
salamander (in mythology)
In Japanese, salamander is サラマンダー (saramandaa).
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 salamander (in mythology)
- n salamander (amphibian of the order Caudata)
Written forms: —. Readings: サラマンダー、サラマンドラ、サラマンデル.
Other Japanese words for “salamander”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 山椒魚 | さんしょううお sanshouuo | salamander |
| 沙羅曼蛇 | サラマンダ saramanda | Salamander (video game) |
| 火蜥蜴 | ひとかげ hitokage | Salamander (poem by Octavio Paz) |
| 火の精 | ひのせい hinosei | fire spirit; salamander (mythical fire lizard) |
| 油女 | あぶらめ aburame | salamander |
See also: Chinese symbol for “salamander”.
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