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Shek (name) means a surname of Cantonese origin. Example: “Mr. Shek runs a small import business in Hong Kong.”

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A surname of Cantonese origin.
"Mr. Shek runs a small import business in Hong Kong."

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In plain EnglishA Chinese (Cantonese) family name.

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Sheks
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Mr. _____ runs a small import business in Hong Kong.

Etymology

From Cantonese 石 (sek), meaning "stone."

Origin: Cantonese

Frequently asked questions

What does “Shek” mean?
The word “Shek” means a surname of Cantonese origin. In plain terms, a Chinese (Cantonese) family name.
How do you use “Shek” in a sentence?
Here is “Shek” used in a sentence: “Mr. Shek runs a small import business in Hong Kong.”
What part of speech is “Shek”?
“Shek” is a name.
Where does the word “Shek” come from?
The word “Shek” comes from Cantonese. From Cantonese 石 (sek), meaning "stone.".

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