Tattoo snake: the meaning of girls and men on the arm, leg and other places

Men and women, regardless of age, decorate their bodies with a variety of drawings in accordance with their morals. If until recently, tattoos were a symbol of persons who served time in prison, but today the technology of their application is at a high level, and they have become an integral part of modern youth. Some of them are suitable for members of both sexes. Such silhouettes include the snake. It is on this sketch that we will stop and consider in detail the meaning of the snake tattoo from the area of location to the combination with other animals and objects.

Snake tattoo: general meaning, designation on the area, photo

Tattoo on any part of the body has long ceased to surprise modern man. The popularity of body drawings has covered the whole world and in different parts of the world mankind expresses itself, achieves certain goals, pays homage to higher forces and simply decorates the body with a tattoo.

INTERESTING: The image of a snake is one of the most popular in the "world of tattoos". This drawing is both a kind of "trend" and a symbol with great significance. The nature of such a tattoo varies, depending on which sketch you choose.

A few decades ago, tattoos were applied to themselves only by people who were in "places of incarceration". In such cases, the tattoo had a great significance for the person, telling about him literally all the details: what he was imprisoned for, what crime he committed and how long he "sits" in prison.

In our time, however, everyone can afford a tattoo, because the procedure itself is not expensive, now there are many "skilled" masters with an artistic education, which is easy and beautiful make drawings on the body.

INTEREST: The general meaning of the image of a snake - "new life after death" or "rebirth".

Different snake tattoos
Different snake tattoos
"Criminal" tattoo meaning:

The snake is a popular tattoo in the zone as well. To stuff a snake on the body had the right only a thief who was "in the law":

  • A snake with a sword or dagger - Hatred of the legislative and law enforcement agencies (police, authorities, prosecutors).
  • Predatory snake -. a symbol of "revenge. This tattoo is given to a person who is vindictive and wants to take revenge on someone.
  • Snakes wrapped around some artifact (Depending on the object, which encircles the reptile, it is necessary to judge the status of the person.

IMPORTANT: In any case, the "zon" snake tattoo symbolizes the negative traits of the person.

Snake tattoo with a sword
Tattoo snake with a sword

Snake on fire tattoo
Tattoo: snake in the fire

Tattoo: threatening snake
Tattoo a threatening snake

Tattoo an aggressive snake
Tattoo an aggressive snake

Tattoo snake with an open mouth
Tattoo snake with open mouth Tattoo cobra

In different countries

By making a historical excursion, we can say that depending on the countries of the world, the snake tattoo deciphered differently. For example, in ancient Greece associated with the god Hermes and represents prudence, cunning, diplomatic abilities. In ancient Egypt, it symbolizes eternal life.

In India, tattoos enjoy special respect, despite the fact that hundreds of people die each year from their stings.

For the Japanese it denotes elegance, sexuality. In Slavic countries, on the contrary, is perceived negatively and implies danger and the ability to kill.

Snake tattoo: meaning for men, photo

The meaning of the snake tattoo for men:

  • The most popular case when a man makes himself a similar tattoo - he associates himself with this reptile and wishes to acquire the same traits that are peculiar to him: anger, aggressiveness, predatory, cautious, etc.
  • On the other hand, the man tries to become more calm and calculating, like a snake in the hunt. It is believed that the drawing gives balance, intelligence and mental harmony.
  • The menacing image of the snake gives a man the courage, strength and fearlessnesswhich is inherent in this creature.
  • Often the picture symbolizes the "temptations"which are forbidden to a man. For example, if a man has a weakness for drugs, alcohol - he, looking at the snake, remembers that he promised not to "succumb to temptation.
  • A calm and "resting" snake on the body should help a person "calm down" and gain a "quiet" character.
  • If a man A man who wants to achieve something or find something meaningfulHe can wear a snake tattoo with a crown. Then the meaning of the drawing will be - "power"..

IMPORTANT: The larger the snake pattern on the man's body, the more reptilian traits he wants to adopt.

Snake on the forearm
Snake on forearm

Green snake on the shoulder
Green snake on the shoulder

A bright snake with a flower
Bright snake with a flower Snake: a sign of infinity

Intertwined snake on the back
Intertwined snake on the back

Snake on the hand
A snake on the brush

Snake tattoo styles and colors

In addition to the color and location of the snake tattoo, it is important for a man to decide on the style of the drawing. Most often the following options are applied to the snake:

realism - Looks spectacular and the most plausible;

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Dotwork - the method of drawing are in harmony with the features of the skin, and looks very realistic;

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old-school - bright and colorful tattoos, applicable in this case as well;

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ornament - restrained and austere version with the use of simple and complex lines in black and white coloring;

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graphics - An unconventional way to image the snake for reserved people who prefer minimalism.

The main colors for the snake tattoo are black, gray and white, but if a man wants a colored version, add green, brown, blue, red shades.

Snake tattoo: meaning for women, photo

Only confident, bitchy and wise girls can dare to make a snake tattoo on her body. Only the lady that associates herself with this reptile, will choose a similar picture, ignoring flowers, birds and kittens.

INTEREST: The snake tattoo on the female body is found approximately as often as in men.

Interpretation of the tattoo for girls:

  • The first meaning is. is "cunning" and "dexterity.". A woman either emphasizes these traits in herself, or tries in every way to strengthen them in herself.
  • On the other hand, this body painting "screams" that the lady is not simple and has many secrets, You should be very careful with her.
  • The snake on the girl's body is "twist" not in terms of physical qualities, but rather in the ability to think outside the box and the ability to "crawl" out of even the most difficult situations.
  • One of the most unusual meanings of "snake" is. devotion, in this case, we are talking about marriage. In such a case, not only the woman, but also her lover, stuffs herself with the snake. "Paired" snakes are often intertwined on tattoos.
  • The final meaning of the snake as a tattoo is. Sexuality, which a woman seems to lack.

Snake on the lower back
Snake on the waist

Snake on the hip
Snake on the thigh

Snake on two legs
Snake on two legs

Snakes on the hip
Snakes on the hip

How to choose a tattoo sketch in relation to a place on the body?

For a tattoo to be moderately eye-catching, not flashy or faded, it is important to correctly match its proportions with the area on the body. Choose a place for the drawing should take into account the free space and the size of the tattoo:

  • if it is a large tattoo, a whole artistic composition, choose the back, chest, forearms, arms and legs;
  • If it is a medium sized tattoo of a snake with detailed colors and additional symbols, choose elbows, hips, shoulders, palms and hands;
  • If it is a small modest design or zodiac sign, choose fingers, wrists, neck.

If the snake becomes a talisman and a talisman, it is better to give preference to places that can be hidden by clothing. For the open and extraordinary personalities are appropriate large size tattoos on the open areas of the body, but if it does not contradict the lifestyle, society, the work dress code.

Snake tattoo around the arm, leg, hip, neck: meaning

Very often the snake tattoo intertwines some part of the body and such a drawing necessarily has a certain meaning:

  • Around the right arm - tattoo says "don't do bad things" or "don't do wrong things." The drawing has a cautionary character.
  • Around the left hand - literally the drawing denotes the "two-facedness" of the person. On one side the person is good, on the other side the person likes to do bad things.
  • Around the right leg. tattoo has a "warning" character, literally says "do not go where you are not needed.
  • Around the left leg - means that the person is quite secretive and has many secrets.
  • Around the neck - such a "suffocating" tattoo or indicates that the person is "killed" by his temptations and weaknesses, or warns him against things that have harmed him before.
  • Around the waist - The literal interpretation of the "willpower" design

Snake tattoo: ideas, sketches, templates, stencils, photos

To choose a suitable drawing you will be helped by examples of sketches.

Sketch of a realistic snake

Sketches of colorful snakes
Sketches of colorful snakes

Sketch: snake squirming
Sketch: snake wriggling

Sketch of a Cobra
Sketch of a cobra

Snake and skull
Snake and skull

Snake with painting
Snake with painting

Symbols that can be combined with a snake tattoo

The snake is a mystical sign on the body in the form of a tattoo, suggesting a deep sacred meaning. It can be strengthened by symbols such as:

snake and rose - A man's resistance to temptation and loyalty to his choice;

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snake and dagger - a symbol of danger, readiness for a fight, aggression;

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snake and crown - man demonstrates his social status;

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snake and watch - an indicator of awareness of how fleeting life is;

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snake and lotus - The owner of such a tattoo is a passionate nature.

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Nature

For women

For men