World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariestatuaje
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ta.tuˈa.xe
"Quiero hacerme un tatuaje este fin de semana."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A form of body modification made by inserting indelible ink into the dermis layer of the skin to change the pigment.
"She got a delicate floral tattoo on her forearm to commemorate her graduation."
- 1
To mark or adorn the skin with a tattoo.
"The artist carefully tattooed a complex dragon design across his back."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'tattoo' originates from the Tahitian word 'tatu', which means 'to mark'. It was introduced to the English language in the late 18th century by sailors who encountered the practice in the South Pacific. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass the art of permanently marking the skin with ink designs.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Tattoo"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Tattoo" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
tatouage
Transliteration: ta.tu.aʒ
"Il a un grand tatouage sur l'épaule."
Tätowierung
Transliteration: tɛtoˈviːʁʊŋ
"Sie hat sich eine Tätowierung stechen lassen."
tatuaggio
Transliteration: ta.tuˈad.dʒo
"Il suo nuovo tatuaggio è molto colorato."
tatuaje
Transliteration: ta.tuˈa.xe
"Quiero hacerme un tatuaje este fin de semana."
tatuagem
Transliteration: ta.tuˈa.ʒẽj̃
"Aquela tatuagem tem um significado muito especial para mim."
टैटू
Transliteration: taɪ.ṭuː
"उसने अपने हाथ पर एक सुंदर टैटू बनवाया है।"
纹身
Transliteration: wén shēn
"他胳膊上有一个漂亮的纹身。"
문신
Transliteration: mun-sin
"그는 팔에 멋진 문신을 하고 있다."
タトゥー
Transliteration: tatū
"彼は腕に新しいタトゥーを入れた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Spanish termsTo question someone thoroughly about a completed mission, project, or undertaking.
A document or electronic record issued by a carrier or shipping company confirming that goods have been received and dispatched for transport to a specified destination.
Apt to shoot without sufficient provocation or before fully assessing a situation.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Tattoo"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.