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Shikoku

shih-KOH-koo

Shikoku (name) means the smallest of Japan's four main islands. Example: “Shikoku is known for its pilgrimage route of 88 temples.”

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name

The smallest of Japan's four main islands.

"Shikoku is known for its pilgrimage route of 88 temples."

noun

A breed of medium-sized Japanese hunting dog.

"The Shikoku is prized for its loyalty and independence."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From Japanese 四国 (Shikoku), literally "four provinces," referring to the island's historical regions.

Origin: Japanese

Rhymes for Shikoku

sudoku

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Shikoku” mean?

The word “Shikoku” means the smallest of Japan's four main islands.

How do you pronounce “Shikoku”?

“Shikoku” is pronounced shih-KOH-koo (/ʃɪˈkəʊkuː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Shikoku” in a sentence?

Here is “Shikoku” used in a sentence: “Shikoku is known for its pilgrimage route of 88 temples.”

What part of speech is “Shikoku”?

Depending on how it is used, “Shikoku” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Shikoku” come from?

The word “Shikoku” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 四国 (Shikoku), literally "four provinces," referring to the island's historical regions.

How many meanings does “Shikoku” have?

“Shikoku” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the smallest of Japan's four main islands.

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