zhu
What is another word for zhu? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — An ancient Chinese unit of weight, historically used for small coins, roughly equal to the weight of about a hundred millet seeds.
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Etymology
From the Mandarin word zhū.
Full origin of zhu →Frequently asked questions
What does “zhu” mean?
The word “zhu” means an ancient Chinese unit of weight, historically used for small coins, roughly equal to the weight of about a hundred millet seeds. In plain terms, a very small traditional Chinese unit of weight, used mainly for old coinage.
How do you pronounce “zhu”?
“Zhu” is pronounced joo (/d͡ʒuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “zhu” in a sentence?
Here is “zhu” used in a sentence: “Old coins were often valued in zhu rather than modern denominations.”
What part of speech is “zhu”?
“Zhu” is a noun.
