Any tattoo has a meaning. Therefore, you should not use them just like that. Each tattoo assigns a person to a different social group and creates a positive or negative background around him.
People may have misconceptions about who has an unwanted design tattooed on their body.
To avoid problems with society, negative tattoos will be described below, their meaning and the answer will be given to the question of why and what tattoos “ordinary” men and women should not get.
Unwanted tattoos and their meaning for men and women
These tattoos may be perceived negatively in society.
| Tattoo name | Meaning |
| Butterflies on my feet | A person committed a murder or his relative was killed |
| Rings | Man from the lowest prison caste |
| Barbed wire | The carrier has served as long as there are knots on the wire |
| The muzzle of a predator with an evil grin | Violent person, rapist |
| Crown | Having power |
| Card aces, eyes on the buttocks | Punk |
| Stars | sitting man |
| Mermaid | Rapist |
| Web | Imprisoned |
| tear under the eye | A person committed a murder or his relative was killed |
| Ball of thread with knitting needles | The owner may be connected to dark magic |
Prison and gang tattoos
Prison and gang tattoos are a passport for those involved in the criminal world. Therefore, ordinary people should not tattoo one or more of these designs on their body. If you find yourself among criminals with an incorrect tattoo, this person may suffer for nothing.
Undesirable prison tattoos include:
- butterflies on the legs;
- rings;
- barbed wire;
- abbreviations;
- image of devils, pigs with various signatures.
Butterflies on my feet
A butterfly tattoo on the leg or lower back means the owner of this design is a girl of easy virtue. Although in the modern world these concepts have blurred. And now such a drawing is made by those who want to show that this insect symbolizes harmony and the desire for family happiness.
Therefore, the butterfly is probably the only symbol that would be less undesirable today.
Rings
Rings gouged out on the fingers mean that the person belongs to the lowest prison caste. A tattoo with a negative meaning has a rectangular black shape and a white stripe crossing it diagonally.
If the light stripe contains several dots or card worms are punctured along the edges of the ring, then this means that this is a homosexual.
Barbed wire
Criminals depict barbed wire on their bodies. By the number of knots, they find out the number of years the prisoner spent behind bars. Therefore, it is not recommended for an ordinary person to get such a tattoo. If he gets into a society of criminals, they will consider the tattoo a mockery of real criminals.
Abbreviations
Abbreviation tattoos are written in both Russian and foreign languages. Tattoos in Latin, English and other languages:
- Gnothi seauton (Greek) – Know yourself;
- Grace roir moi (French) – Mercy (forgiveness) for me!;
- Guai chi la Tossa (from.) – Woe to the one who touches it;
- Gutta cavat Lapidem (lat.) – A drop chisels a stone;
- Help yourself (English) – Help yourself.
Below are some transcripts of abbreviations from the criminal world.
- EUROPE – if a thief works, he is a fallen prisoner;
- CAT is an indigenous inhabitant. Therefore, this tattoo has nothing to do with a cute and domestic animal;
- IRIS is both a slave and an informer. Such a tattoo is forcibly placed on the hand or forearm of a prisoner.
From the last tattoo, let's move on to more shameful tattoos, which tattoo parlor artists do not recommend tattooing to ordinary people in everyday life.
Tattoos considered shameful
Shameful tattoos include:
- eyes on the buttocks - indicate drooping;
- mermaid at anchor - rapist;
- boar - a lesbian kobla who enjoys authority in the colony;
- a rose on the hip - a representative of the fairer sex of a gay person;
- the male fireman on the buttocks is a homosexual;
- card aces on the buttocks - lowered. The number of aces means the number of intercourse;
- a handshake with a flower clutched between hands - a passive homosexual;
- rosette hearts also denote a homosexual.
Gang tattoos
Here are some gang tattoos and descriptions for them.
- the double-headed eagle on the chest is a symbol of hatred towards the USSR. The Statue of Liberty on the left indicates a longing for freedom, the dark man on the right with a gun indicates that the owner of the tattoo is ready for violence and murder;
- a tattoo of demons on the shoulders means hatred of authorities and the prison hierarchy;
- two shackles with a bell on his leg indicate that the prisoner spent 20 years in prison from start to finish;
- a knife pierces the neck - killed a man in prison;
- stars on their knees - I will not kneel before any authority;
- skulls – vehemently denied.
The position of the plow zone means a tattoo of a skull that is pierced by a knife. The dagger can wrap itself around a serpent with a rose. Such tattoos represent only thieves' symbolism. Therefore, they are not used in everyday life. A person may be asked for them among prisoners, and if he does not answer, he may be harmed.
Army tattoos blood type
It is believed that it was these tattoos that gave rise to images that are applied to the body for a practical purpose. Now you can often find inscriptions about epilepsy, allergic reactions, diabetes mellitus and other ailments that are important to consider when providing medical care. In emergency situations, such tattoos literally become life-saving amulets.
Over time, the designation of blood type became mandatory attribute of the military. After all, if something happened to a soldier on the battlefield, blood transfusion would be impossible without establishing its type. This truth was understood back in the time of Peter the Great, but it became especially widespread when Russian soldiers were in Afghanistan.
IMPORTANT: Such a tattoo must contain a number indicating the blood type, as well as the letter R, that is, the Rh factor. After the letter R, a “+” or “-“ is placed, that is, it indicates whether the Rh factor is positive or negative.
Army tattoo on chest with blood type
Typically, such a tattoo is applied to the following places:
- Chest, ribs, armpit - these are considered traditional and most common
- Wrist - less common option, but most noticeable
- Elbow fold - since veins are located here, doctors will certainly pay attention to this place.
- Back of the hand
- The back of the neck - however, this place should be chosen only if the hair does not obscure it.
An army tattoo with blood type can also be placed on a military man’s wrist.
Tattoos that may pose a danger abroad
Some body designs do not pose any danger at home, but can have a negative connotation and bring problems to the owner abroad.
For example, in Japan, all Yakuza-style tattoos are associated with the criminal mafia of the same name. Therefore, only those who belong to this gang can wear them. It is better to avoid such tattoos for those who travel frequently, especially in Eastern countries.
In Brazil, clown tattoos are given to those who took the life of a policeman. Therefore, in this country you can pay for such a tattoo with your life.
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Buddha image
Abroad, especially in countries where Buddha is considered a prophet, the image of this deity is prohibited. Therefore, wearers of tattoos with the head of Buddha will end up in the police station if they expose a part of their body with a drawing of the prophet.
Buddha tattoos are made by people who act in accordance with the principles of the Buddha. People use this tattoo to communicate their religious affiliation. They strive for nirvana, a state of life in which there are no attachments, but only harmony.
Three leaf clover
An incorrectly depicted quatrefoil made for good luck can land the wearer in trouble with the law in Ireland. So, if there is one less piece of paper in it, then the country’s police will wonder if this person belongs to a criminal group.
Drawing of a cross on the chest in Russia
A cross on the chest in Russia means belonging to the main authority of the thieves' mafia. Therefore, tattoo parlor masters do not recommend that ordinary people apply a picture in the form of a cross on their chest.
Three points forming a regular triangle
Among Hispanic gangs, three dots in a triangle indicate affiliation with a particular gang. This tattoo has the meaning “Mi Vida Loca”. The expression is translated as “My crazy life.”
A tattoo is given by a person who has completely made up his mind and does not want to return to everyday life.
tear under the eye
A tear is placed under the right eye by those who have committed murder or attempted to do so. Some people nowadays prick on the left. This means they are grieving for a lost person.
If such a tattoo is made by a person who does not belong to any of the types described above, then he will have problems with those who are well versed in the meaning of tattoos and belong to a group of thieves.
Types of Tattoos
When studying prison tattoos and their meaning, it is worth saying that they are all divided into three main types. First: official drawings that allow you to distinguish a person at higher levels of the prison hierarchy. It is worth saying that not everyone can get tattoos on the zone. Such an honor must be earned, or it will be a forced drawing. The second type is porticos. These are drawings that were made by prisoners independently from various available means, by self-taught people and not by specialized craftsmen. And the third type of tattoo: impudent ones, which were tattooed as a certain shameful sign to the prisoner solely under duress. These are prisoners of the lowest hierarchy who were convicted under certain laws or did not comply with the principles of the prison world.
Mystical and sacred tattoos that bring misfortune
There are tattoos that, according to beliefs, bring misfortune. Such drawings should also not be made on the body to avoid negative consequences.
Symbols of death
Symbols of death always express protest and rebellion. A weak-willed person will not inflict them. Some reaper symbols, for example, are believed to bring good luck. They give superiority, confidence and strength.
As an image of death the following is applied:
- dark angels;
- demons;
- black horseman;
- grim Reaper.
The loss of loved ones also sometimes forces a person to get such a tattoo. Therefore, experienced craftsmen do not recommend stuffing them just for fun. They carry with them heavy energy that can interfere with everyday life.
Army tattoos of the Ministry of Internal Affairs
A common element is a five-pointed star . Mostly it serves as a kind of background, but can act as a separate element. Sometimes the star even becomes the central figure of the tattoo. Its interpretation is simple - the owner of the image belongs to the Soviet or already Russian army.
Attached to the star is another emblem, characteristic of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs - a fist with a machine gun or rifle clamped in it . The weapon is often placed against the background of a black shield.
In this sketch for a tattoo of the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, a hand with a machine gun is positioned against the background of a star.
A fist with a rifle in a sketch for a tattoo of the VV MVD
Queer tattoo
These are tattoos that people from the LGBT community get for themselves. Queer tattoos will also be viewed negatively among ordinary people. For example, a flag or just a rainbow with six colors instead of the usual seven. People with unconventional orientation make tattoos in the form of a boy in tight underwear, standing in heels in front of a mirror.
Army tattoos of tank troops
Of course, such tattoos depict tanks . And it doesn’t matter at all whether they are large or small. The idea can be realized both in color and in a monochromatic version.
One-color tattoo for servicemen in tank forces
Sometimes the company, years of service, and city name are also indicated. Particularly creative individuals invent entire pictures in which a tank appears.
Tattoo-picture for servicemen in tank forces
Intimate pointers
Intimate markers include tattoos made in intimate places, near the genitals. It is believed that this kind of tattoos are worn by girls of easy virtue. Men who get such a tattoo are trying to show liberation and the absence of sexual taboos.
Eg:
- cat - you have a playful nature;
- dolphin - devotion to a partner;
- the dragon is a symbol of power.
When two or more musical instruments are used, the wearer is prone to group sex.
Appearance
It is believed that shoulder straps are the most controversial prison tattoo, since, on the one hand, it is very popular among criminal thieves, and on the other, it represents the military, and this contradicts the concepts of prisoners.
The tattoo represents the shoulder insignia that is used to denote military ranks. Most often, symmetrical images are applied to both hands, but if only one is chosen, then preference, according to tradition, is given to the left. Considering the prison roots of the tattoo, most of the images are made in the style of realism, less often - old school. The color most often used is black, since bright shades are less popular among thieves. The number of stars and other designations does not correspond to military ranks, and is often blurred due to additional images.
Guys and girls who are not related to the criminal world do not limit themselves in styles and often remake shoulder straps, adding various images - skulls, faces, splashes of blood, grinning muzzles of animals and even runic signs of the elder Futhark or symbols from the Slavic alphabet. However, the preferred color scheme is black. The most common styles for performing colorful tattoos include the following:
- trash polka;
- new school;
- ethnicity;
- Chicano.
Crown
A tattoo in the form of a crown means that the person wearing it has superiority over others. He has power. If a woman wears a tattoo in the form of a crown, then she is waiting for a prince or positioning herself as a trophy that will be received by a man endowed with power. However, for prisoners, the owner of such a tattoo will be considered a thief in law. Therefore, it is better for ordinary people not to make this kind of image on their body.
Army tattoos of motorized rifle troops
The emblem of this type of military force is crossed rifles . True, this continued until 2014, and then crossed swords and grenade . Grenada is on fire and represents combat power, and the swords represent fight.
The sword deserves a separate mention. Since ancient times, he has personified courage, honor, justice, control over one’s destiny, perseverance, and willingness to fight for ideals and principles.
IMPORTANT: The sword was often perceived as a symbol of death, which is not surprising. However, it would be more accurate to say that it is rather a sign of the fight against death, protection from it.
Drawing for a tattoo with the designation of motorized rifle troops
Five points
Four dots with one in the center, stamped on the hand, indicate that the person is surrounded on all sides by friends who will stand up for him. In Latin America, such a tattoo symbolizes connections with criminal gangs. Therefore, such a tattoo is also undesirable for those who lead a simple life.
Tiger tattoo: meaning in the army
A tiger in a beret is often depicted by those associated with the Airborne Forces . And it is not surprising, because the tiger in many cultures was revered for strength, courage, determination , and was perceived as the personification of masculinity .
A tiger in a beret is another popular symbol among army tattoos.
Residents of Asia consider him the king of beasts - Chinese mythology claimed that the tiger preserves peace and punishes sinners. The inhabitants of India considered the predator worthy of being depicted on the emblems of warriors, and the Japanese made it a symbol of the samurai and a talisman for them.
On the one hand, the tiger symbolizes cruelty, bloodthirstiness and power , but on the other hand, courage, greatness, heroism and honor . Embodies the predator and wisdom that is necessary for any warrior.
It is believed that people who are patronized by the tiger will be protected in risky situations and will become stronger spiritually.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended to indicate a grin, which indicates mercilessness towards enemies.
Tigers were often depicted on coats of arms and shields of warriors - it was understood that the drawing would protect men and help them show fearlessness . As for the body image, it will be just as effective and impressive, but it is only advisable to draw a larger tiger. The fact is that it is unlikely that it will work out beautifully to draw a small animal.
The tiger on army tattoos should be made large and detailed.
Web
A tattoo in the form of a web in the criminal world indicates that a person has spent almost his entire life in captivity. The number of horizontal stripes indicates the number of walkers.
This tattoo is also worn by drug addicts. She talks about her long struggle with drug addiction. Therefore, prisoners have a negative attitude towards those who fill this picture for beauty.
A little history
It is worth saying a few words about the world of prisoners and their foundations. So, in Russia this is actually the second government, which, naturally, is an anti-system, an opponent of the current managers of the country. It may be interesting that such a situation exists only in two other countries – Papua New Guinea and South Africa. As for Russia, this dates back to the 18th century, when a criminal hierarchy was formed in response to the restoration of the Prussian bureaucratic system. So, in order to be different and have their own designations, the thieves and criminal world came up with their own language, which they borrowed partly from small traders - ofeni, and partly from Jews, who at that time were also an oppressed people. And, naturally, the place in the criminal hierarchy of any prisoner is determined by his tattoo.
Mermaid
Tattoos in the form of a mermaid are applied to prisoners who are serving time for violent acts. The latter can sometimes be homo or heterosexual in nature. It all depends on the position of the mermaid on the hand.
This tattoo is also found among passive homosexuals. Therefore, in everyday life, despite the fact that today the concepts are blurred, experienced artists do not advise getting this tattoo.
A tear
Considering further the meaning of prison tattoos, one cannot fail to mention the tear applied to the area around the eye (however, this design is mainly of European and American prisoners). It has several meanings. So, first: the person received a sentence for violating the law, that is, he simply ended up in prison. Second: the tear symbolizes the murderer. If it is not painted over, this may mean an attempted murder or that the prisoner’s friend has died and retribution will follow.
Stars
Stars are a standard tattoo for people who are serving time. So, stars on the knees mean that a person does not obey anyone. If stars are tattooed on the shoulders, then they indicate that the wearer is an authority in the zone.
Prisoners have a negative attitude towards those who get stars in everyday life.
Prisoners have tattoo rings on their fingers
Tattoo rings are the most common tattoos in the criminal sphere. From the pattern on the fingers, it is easy to determine what caste the prisoner belongs to, what he was convicted of, where he was imprisoned, and even how he feels about law enforcement agencies and the world in general.
In some cases, a tattoo may indicate fatherlessness, birth in prison, and a first crime committed as a minor.
Rose with a dagger
A rose without a dagger is stuffed when a person reaches adulthood in prison. And a rose with a dagger - when the wearer went to prison before coming of age. Therefore, if such a tattoo is discovered on a person who has never had a criminal record, there will be problems with the one who left the zone.
Do they accept tattoos into military school?
As in the case of conscription into the army, tattooed young people should not have any special problems. However, it is still recommended to get a tattoo on an area of the body that is usually covered by clothing.
There is a Regulation on military medical examination . It contains a list of diseases that prevent young people from entering military educational institutions. The presence of tattoos is not specified in the Regulations.
You might be surprised, but military tattoos originated in Russia during the time of Peter the Great! True, they then had a purely practical function. Over time, army tattoos began to act both as amulets and simply as a symbol of memory of service, a way to beautifully decorate the body. However, the information function still comes first, as we discussed in this article.
Some military themes
Those who served in the Airborne Forces stuff their own planes, parachutes, shield or sword. The symbols of the Marine Corps are a skull in a bandana, a grinning tiger or a bear. Sometimes they depict lists of dead comrades. Therefore, if in everyday life they ask a person who got a tattoo on a military theme, and he cannot answer or says that he did not actually serve, but got the tattoo for the sake of beauty, then they will, at a minimum, have a negative attitude towards him.
Army military tattoos for men - places
The shoulder is the most common tattoo placement option. And the left shoulder - the symbols of the military branch or unit are placed on it.
Army tattoo on left shoulder
The back of the hand on the right hand and the edge of the palm are other common locations. They like to place the inscriptions “For you”, “For the Air Force”, “For the Airborne Forces”, “For the Air Defense” on them.
IMPORTANT: It is believed that such tattoos should be placed so that they are visible when a person raises a toast.
Army tattoo on the edge of the palm
It is advisable to place large images on the back , because it is an excellent canvas - the procedure will be painless, and the skin in this place will be smooth.
Army tattoo on back
Some tattoos should be placed on the chest - for example, blood type.
Army tattoo on chest
Ethnic tattoos
Ethnic tattoos are most often applied with henna and depict ornaments of certain nations. After two weeks they disappear. But many people apply ethnic patterns with a machine from craftsmen in salons.
Here are some of the types of tattoos that are tattooed in tattoo parlors:
- Scythian ornament with images of mythical creatures and animals;
- Slavic, where red color predominates;
- Celtic with crosses and wicker designs;
- Polynesian, which reflects status and merit.
Each tattoo has its own meaning. Therefore, if a person does not know the true meaning of it and is unfamiliar with the culture of the people whose tattoo he is going to get, then it is better not to do it.
Army tattoos of border troops
Almost always, on a tattoo, border guards depict a shield and a sword - something that from time immemorial has been associated with protection . It is implied that the person wearing it is fair and is always ready to fight evil and protect loved ones . The shield also represents courage and perseverance .
IMPORTANT: It is a good idea to place the abbreviation PV and a star on the shield.
Another almost always present element is the border tower. Border pillars can be located next to it as indispensable attributes of this type of troops. applied look good next to them .
Some soldiers depict, in addition to the attributes listed above, a green beret or a beautiful landscape. Mountains look good , especially if the place of duty was near a mountainous area.
An example of a border guard tattoo
As we mentioned earlier, often among the tattoos of border guards there is an image of a scorpion .
An eagle would also be an excellent option - from time immemorial it has been associated with protection, guardianship, masculinity, freedom, power, determination, and fearlessness. Another noteworthy point: the eagle has extremely acute vision , thanks to which it instantly recognizes the enemy and prepares to attack him. Our ancestors considered the soaring of this bird a good omen - in their beliefs, it brought victory closer.
A tattoo that is perfect for border workers
