Japanese symbol for “vector”
ベクトル
ベクトル
Romaji: bekutoru
vector
In Japanese, vector is ベクトル (bekutoru).
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 vector (math, physics)
- n direction (e.g. of one's activities or interests); focus
Other Japanese words for “vector”
| Word | Reading | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ベクター | ベクター bekutaa | vector |
| パス | パス pasu | path (in vector graphics); vector |
| 媒介者 | ばいかいしゃ baikaisha | (disease) vector; carrier |
| 媒介物 | ばいかいぶつ baikaibutsu | carrier; vector; fomite |
See also: Chinese symbol for “vector”.
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