name

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.”

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."

Word forms

Shikoku plural

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_____ is known for its pilgrimage route of 88 temples.

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

Origin: Japanese

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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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