Japanese symbol for “surf”
サーフ
サーフ
Romaji: saafu
surf
In Japanese, surf is サーフ (saafu).
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 surf
Other Japanese words for “surf”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 磯波 | いそなみ isonami | surf |
| 寄せ波 | よせなみ yosenami | incoming wave; surf; swash |
See also: Chinese symbol for “surf”.
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