noun
Uncommon
sha
sha
Sha (noun) means the name of the Cyrillic letter Ш, used in Russian and other Slavic alphabets. Example: “The word "sha" begins with the letter sha in Russian.”
noun
1
The name of the Cyrillic letter Ш, used in Russian and other Slavic alphabets.
"The word "sha" begins with the letter sha in Russian."
interjection
1
An affectionate term used to address someone, similar to "dear" or "honey" in some English dialects.
"Come here, sha, and let me fix your collar."
How to use sha
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the Cyrillic letter Ш, or (in some dialects) a warm, casual way to address someone.
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Etymology
The letter name is borrowed from Russian ша (sha); the term of endearment developed separately in certain English-speaking communities.
Frequently asked questions
What does “sha” mean?
The word “sha” means the name of the Cyrillic letter Ш, used in Russian and other Slavic alphabets. In plain terms, either the Cyrillic letter Ш, or (in some dialects) a warm, casual way to address someone.
How do you pronounce “sha”?
“Sha” is pronounced sha ([ʃæː] in IPA).
How do you use “sha” in a sentence?
Here is “sha” used in a sentence: “The word "sha" begins with the letter sha in Russian.”
What part of speech is “sha”?
Depending on how it is used, “sha” can be a noun and an interjection.
Where does the word “sha” come from?
The word “sha” comes from Russian. The letter name is borrowed from Russian ша (sha); the term of endearment developed separately in certain English-speaking communities.
Is “sha” a common word?
“Sha” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sha” have?
“Sha” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the name of the Cyrillic letter Ш, used in Russian and other Slavic alphabets.
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