Japanese symbol for “scout”
スカウト
スカウト
Romaji: sukauto
(talent) scout; recruiter; headhunter
In Japanese, scout is スカウト (sukauto).
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 (talent) scout; recruiter; headhunter
- n, vs, vt scouting; headhunting
- n Boy Scouts; Girl Scouts
Other Japanese words for “scout”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 斥候 | せっこう sekkou | scout; patrol; spy |
| 物見 | ものみ monomi | scout; patrol |
| スカウトマン | スカウトマン sukautoman | (talent) scout; recruiter; headhunter |
| 斥候隊 | せっこうたい sekkoutai | reconnoitering party; scout (army) |
| 斥候兵 | せっこうへい sekkouhei | reconnoitering party; scout (army) |
See also: Chinese symbol for “scout”.
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