Chinese Tattoo

Though tattoos in China still draw scorn from Chinese elders and double-takes from straight-laced youth, this weekend China's tattoo enthusiasts gathered in Beijing for China's Tattoo Show Convention 2007. Until recently, tattoos in China were reserved for those with ties to organized crime, a prison record or membership to one of China's tribal minorities for whom body art has long been a custom. In today's China, as evidenced by over 1000 tattoo artists, suppliers and amateurs from all of China's provinces who attended the opening ceremony, the tattoo has taken on a entirely new and mainstream cultural significance.

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Chinese Tattoo Meanings - Best, Great, Weird, Wrong, Philosophical - 5 Types


People are fascinated with Chinese designs because of their tattoo meanings. They use online dictionary, free download, or semi-experienced translators for Asian words. However, did you know that these are not reliable? It can turn your meanings to nonsense, hocus-pocus or a joke. Suppose you pick some cool looking Chinese symbols from a tattoo parlor, and assume that they mean 'loyalty'. However, you can't be sure if those symbols have the right meaning. Perhaps, they mean the 'heart' without the loyalty component. I am sure you don't want that. Tattoo meanings have become very self expressive. Unfortunately, they are not all accurate. Mistakes galore. For the best results, you should hire a Chinese expert.

1. Weird Meaning - Britney Spears' Tattoo Britney Spears a flower with the Chinese character tattooed near her navel. She thought this symbol means 'mysterious'. Upon a close look, it is found that the actual meaning is 'weird'. Instead of being the mysterious charmer, the pop queen puzzles everyone as to why she wants to be 'weird'.
2. Wrong Meanings - A Woman's Tattoo Tragedy A woman got a Chinese tattoo with the meaning 'freedom'. She wants to show everyone her belief. Later she discovered that her Chinese characters actually mean 'free of charge'. What an embarrassment! Also, there are people who like to create their own Chinese tattoos. They combine the Chinese symbols 'power' and 'love' to create the phrase 'powerful love'. The result is not creative expression but ambiguity or wrong meaning. Why not consult an expert to get the right design?
3. Great Meaning - Megan Fox, Chinese Symbol Your Chinese tattoos should convey what is of value you. Some entertainment stars have chosen tattoos with great meanings. For instance, celebrity Megan Fox, Hollywood's hottest diva, has a Chinese symbol 'strength' tattooed on her neck. This meaning is very appropriate for her rising stardom. Megan Fox needs both the mental and physical strength to stay on top of Tinseltown.
4. Philosophical Meaning - David Beckham, Chinese Saying Great tattoo meanings are those with special Chinese sayings. I notice that people really like quotes or phrases that reveal truth. As Chinese tattoos become the cult, people are turning to Chinese experts for great quotes and ancient wisdom. Celebrity David Beckham has a tattoo with a great philosophical meaning. It is a Chinese proverb that reads "Death and life have determined appointments. Riches and honour depend on heaven." Media attention has been rampant. He is praised for being clever with ink designs.
5. Best Meanings - Custom Tattoo by Chinese Expert You can get the best tattoo meanings from a Chinese expert or professional. Get someone who is proficient at English Chinese translation. An expert is indispensable if you want tattoos with special phrases, custom sayings or cultural idioms. Did you know that many people are crazy for meaningful tattoos? Don't try to be the expert yourself. Stay away from free downloads and online dictionary. Avoid weird, wrong and funny tattoo meanings. Hire a professional.

Try custom tattoo meanings by a Chinese expert. The cost is lower than you think. You can choose Buddhist quotes, Taoist sayings, motivational phrases, or common proverbs. Talk to Ngan Siu-Mui, Chinese expert in Montreal, Canada. She has 30 years of experience in art designs and calligraphy. Visit her gallery of Chinese Tattoo Meanings Calligraphy Writing. ( By Connie Ho )

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Chinese Tattoo Temporary Design

Articles By Tony Newton

So you have been planning to get a tattoo and you want a Chinese design. Perhaps a nice saying would make for a nice tattoo. But before you actually get it permanently inked on your skin, ever thought about the thing that most people who get tattoos in foreign text dread? If you haven't, just imagine this scenario. You got your tattoo and you think it looks great. People seem to be thinking the same way as you have gotten quite a number of compliments regarding it.

Now, you meet someone who actually knows how to read, write and speak Chinese. He informs you that your great tattoo doesn't exactly match the saying you were going for. Instead of saying "Courage is not the absence of fear" it actually says "I have more fear than courage". Imagine something like that permanently tattooed on you wouldn't that be quite embarrassing? So to prevent something like that from happening, why not opt for a Chinese tattoo temporary design? At least until you confirm the design you want.

Most people who get tattoos in Chinese script usually just get them off the internet. Bad idea, though the internet does offer accurate results it doesn't necessarily swing that way when it comes to tattoo designs. How many times have you heard stories of people getting the wrong words tattooed on them?

Even famous people aren't immune. Michelle Branch actually has had a similar experience. So the best thing to do is to get a Chinese tattoo temporary design, show it to someone who knows the language and have them confirm it for you. That way, there's no way of you getting the wrong saying permanently inked on your skin.