Meaning of Point Tattoos

The comma dot tattoo symbolizes the fight against depression, the follow through and don't give up. The origin of this meaning comes from an American project called Semicolon (semicolon in English) that started using this sign on people who have overcome or are in the struggle against depression, suicidal thoughts and self-harm. The symbol means, as in the literal sense, a continuity and not an end.

Three triangular-shaped dots mean ?Mi Vida Loka? represent the pride of being Latin. They can be made on the side of the hand or the eyes. Besides this, in other countries the meaning can be quite different: Mason group member, armed guerrilla member, dark past and prison.

Three dots in sequence, like reticence, signify continuity, unfinished journey, change or thought. They can also have a more spiritual meaning, representing the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit).

The world of crime has its own language in the tattoo world. In this case, dots are often used to show the history of the criminal or what his hierarchy will be inside the prison. Purse snatchers usually have a dot on their hand. In the case of rape, two points can be made on the face, back, or hands. Three dots identify drug dealers. Four dots mark the criminal who steals. Five dots, theft. Many cross-shaped dots can mean that the person has already committed murder. A dot with a circle marks a gang leader.