“She Wanted a Meaningful Tattoo, But What She Got Was a Hilarious Meme Mishap!”
Tattoos are more than just a trendy way to express yourself; they can tell stories, signify milestones, or remind us of our favorite questionable decisions. But let’s be real—what happens when your ink tells a story that’s not quite what you intended? One woman learned this the hard way when her first tattoo—an “inspirational” Arabic quote—turned out to translate to something less uplifting. Awkward! The saga, recounted by her tattoo artist, raises a critical question: how often do we blindly trust the meanings behind foreign words, especially when they’re permanently etched on our skin? This article dives into the humorous yet cautionary tale of miscommunication and cultural missteps that followed, sprinkled with advice from a psychotherapist on how to navigate the complex world of tattoos. Curious to know if our protagonist learned to love her ink—or regretted it entirely? Click here to find out more! LEARN MORE
Getting a tattoo is a big commitment. Unless you’re prepared to go through the pain of regret, embarrassment, laser removal, or a second cover-up tattoo, it’s wise to think carefully before having anything inked on your skin. If you’re considering having foreign words tattooed on your body, we can’t stress enough how important it is to make sure you know exactly what they mean.
One woman learned the hard way, when she went for her first-ever tattoo. She’d chosen an inspirational quote, written in Arabic. Or so she thought. To her horror, she soon discovered the tattoo “translates into something awful”. The woman’s tattoo artist shared online how they agreed to do a cover-up for the client. But they’re conflicted about whether or not to charge, since the mistake wasn’t entirely their fault. Bored Panda reached out to the artist and asked them to share more details. We also spoke to psychotherapist Dr. Anna Mathur to see if she has any advice for the tattoo artist.
