shen
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Noun — In Chinese folk religion, a spirit or deity.
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Etymology
From the romanization of the Mandarin word for this class of spirit or mythical creature; also a common Chinese surname with several distinct origins.
Full origin of shen →Frequently asked questions
What does “shen” mean?
The word “shen” means in Chinese folk religion, a spirit or deity. In plain terms, a spirit or mythical shapeshifting sea creature from Chinese tradition.
How do you pronounce “shen”?
“Shen” is pronounced SHEHN (/ˈʃɛn/ in IPA).
How do you use “shen” in a sentence?
Here is “shen” used in a sentence: “Offerings were left at the shrine to honour the local shen.”
What part of speech is “shen”?
“Shen” is a noun.
Where does the word “shen” come from?
The word “shen” comes from Chinese. From the romanization of the Mandarin word for this class of spirit or mythical creature; also a common Chinese surname with several distinct origins.
Is “shen” a common word?
“Shen” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shen” have?
“Shen” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Chinese folk religion, a spirit or deity.