Japanese symbol for “typewriter”

In Japanese, typewriter is タイプ (taipu).

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 type; kind; sort; style
2. n type (of person); (ideal) type; one's type
3. n typewriter
4. n, vs, vt typing (on a typewriter)

Other Japanese words for “typewriter”

See also: Chinese symbol for “typewriter”.

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