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suki

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Noun — A regular customer who gets preferential treatment from a vendor.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Tagalog suki, itself from a Hokkien term literally meaning "principal guest," referring to a valued regular customer.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “suki” mean?
The word “suki” means a regular customer who gets preferential treatment from a vendor. In plain terms, either a loyal, favoured customer, or a gap in someone's defence.
How do you pronounce “suki”?
“Suki” is pronounced SOO-kih (/ˈsu.kɪʔ/ in IPA).
How do you use “suki” in a sentence?
Here is “suki” used in a sentence: “The market seller always saves the best mangoes for her suki.”
What part of speech is “suki”?
“Suki” is a noun.
Where does the word “suki” come from?
The word “suki” comes from Tagalog. Borrowed from Tagalog suki, itself from a Hokkien term literally meaning "principal guest," referring to a valued regular customer.
How many meanings does “suki” have?
“Suki” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a regular customer who gets preferential treatment from a vendor.

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