Japanese symbol for “slippage”

In Japanese, slippage is ずれ (zure).

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

1. n gap; lag; slippage
2. n difference; discrepancy
3. n shear (e.g. shear stress) (physics)

Written forms: —. Readings: ずれ、ズレ.

See also: Chinese symbol for “slippage”.

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