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Japanese symbol for “wobbly”

Romaji: gatagata
rattling; clattering

In Japanese, wobbly is (gatagata).

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. adv, adv-to, vs rattling; clattering
  2. adv, adv-to, vs trembling; shivering; quaking; wobbling; swaying
  3. adv, adv-to, vs whining; grumbling; griping; bellyaching
  4. adj-na, adj-no rickety; shaky; wobbly; decrepit; ramshackle; broken down

Written forms: . Readings: .

See also: Chinese symbol for “wobbly”.

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