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Shi

Description:

Shi is a versatile term that can refer to various concepts and have different meanings depending on its context. It can be a noun, verb, or adjective, with both popular and local interpretations.

Noun - Sense 1:

In Chinese, "Shi" can mean poetry or a poetic style. It refers to classical Chinese poetry written in a specific form.

Example Sentence:

The Tang dynasty was known for its remarkable Shi.

Noun - Sense 2:

In Japanese, "Shi" represents death or a person who creates death, commonly translated as "reaper" or "grim reaper."

Example Sentence:

The Shi appeared at the battlefield, collecting the souls of fallen warriors.

Verb - Sense 1:

"Shi" can act as a verb, particularly in Cantonese, meaning to be, to exist, or to become.

Example Sentence:

I want to Shi strong and independent.

Adjective - Sense 1:

As an adjective, "Shi" in Mandarin Chinese conveys the concept of being suitable or appropriate for something.

Example Sentence:

This pair of shoes is Shi for hiking.

Adjective - Sense 2:

In Hokkien, a regional dialect spoken in Southeast Asia, "Shi" can describe someone or something as being creepy or eerie.

Example Sentence:

The abandoned house gave me a Shi feeling.

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