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Japanese symbol for “timeout”

Romaji: taimuauto
time-out; timeout

In Japanese, timeout is (taimuauto).

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 time-out; timeout (sports)
  2. n timeout (comp)

Written forms: . Readings: .

See also: Chinese symbol for “timeout”.

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