ʃi

Definitions

1. noun

a type of Japanese green tea, known for its light color and delicate flavor

“She sipped her cup of shi at the Japanese tea house.”

2. noun

a type of Chinese character or stroke, often used in calligraphy

“The shi in the ancient Chinese text were exquisite and intricate.”

3. noun

a unit of measurement for length in China, equivalent to 10 feet

“The shi of rope were carefully measured before being used for the construction project.”

4. noun

a type of Chinese unit of weight or capacity, used for dry goods

“The vendor sold shi of rice at the market.”

5. noun

a Chinese surname

“The historical records mentioned a noble shi family.”

6. noun

a Japanese surname

“The famous shi artist was known for his beautiful landscapes.”

7. verb

to cut or slice something, often used in cooking

“She shi the vegetables for the stir-fry.”

8. verb

to write or draw characters, often used in calligraphy

“The artist shi the Chinese characters with great precision.”

9. verb

to measure or calculate something, often used in trade or commerce

“The merchant shi the goods to determine their weight and value.”

10. verb

to sell or trade something, often used in commerce

“The vendor shi her goods at the market.”