Japanese symbol for “unhinged”
やばい
やばい
Romaji: yabai
dangerous; risky
In Japanese, unhinged is やばい (yabai).
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
- adj-i dangerous; risky
- adj-i awful; terrible; crap
- adj-i terrific; amazing; cool
- adj-i crazy; insane; not normal; unhinged; extreme
Written forms: —. Readings: やばい、ヤバい、ヤバイ.
See also: Chinese symbol for “unhinged”.
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