Japanese symbol for “tadpole”
蝌蚪
かと
Romaji: kato
tadpole
In Japanese, tadpole is 蝌蚪, read かと (kato).
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 tadpole
- n ancient seal-script character
Written forms: 蝌蚪、科斗. Readings: かと.
Kanji and stroke order
Other Japanese words for “tadpole”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| お玉じゃくし | おたまじゃくし otamajakushi | tadpole |
Related words
Words that share a kanji.
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 蝌蚪文字 | かともんじ katomonji | ancient seal-script character |
See also: Chinese symbol for “tadpole”.
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