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Uncommon
Shu
sho͞o
Shu (name) means a Chinese surname and given name, also the name of an ancient Egyptian god of air. Example: “Shu is a common surname found throughout China.”
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A Chinese surname and given name, also the name of an ancient Egyptian god of air.
"Shu is a common surname found throughout China."
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Etymology
This is borrowed from Egyptian šw (“Shu”, literally “Emptiness”), which derives from the verb šwj (“to be empty, devoid of”).
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Shu” mean?
The word “Shu” means a Chinese surname and given name, also the name of an ancient Egyptian god of air.
How do you pronounce “Shu”?
“Shu” is pronounced sho͞o.
How do you use “Shu” in a sentence?
Here is “Shu” used in a sentence: “Shu is a common surname found throughout China.”
What is another word for “Shu”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Shu” include Ji Han, Lesser Han, Shu Han, Han, Former Shu and Qianshu.
What part of speech is “Shu”?
“Shu” is a name.
Is “Shu” a common word?
“Shu” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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