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Shiki 士記 – Japanese girl given name
Shiki (士記) is read しき and has 2 syllables. It is mostly used for girls. Written as 士記, the characters mean: gentleman + scribe. This reading can be written with at least 53 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 12 to 22 strokes in total.
How to write Shiki in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 士記 | しき | gentleman + scribe | 13 |
| 清生 | しき | pure + life | 16 |
| 新紀 | しき | new + chronicle | 22 |
| 志生 | しき | intention + life | 12 |
| 四季 | しき | four + seasons | 13 |
| 思紀 | しき | think + chronicle | 18 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Shiki
Shiki in different scripts
| Romaji | Shiki |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | しき |
| Katakana | シキ |
| Kanji (most common) | 士記 |
Full name examples
- Shiki Yuki (Japanese order: 結城士記, ゆうき しき)
- Shiki Kono (Japanese order: 河野士記, こうの しき)
- Shiki Maki (Japanese order: 牧士記, まき しき)
How to pronounce Shiki
Break it into 2 parts: shi · ki. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 2 sound units are written しき.
Questions about Shiki
What does Shiki mean in Japanese?
Shiki has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 士記, combines these meanings: gentleman + scribe. Other spellings include 清生 (pure + life), 新紀 (new + chronicle), 志生 (intention + life).
How do you write Shiki in kanji?
The most common way is 士記 (しき). It can also be written 清生, 新紀, 志生, 四季, 思紀.
How do you write Shiki in katakana?
Shiki is シキ in katakana and しき in hiragana.
Is Shiki a boy or girl name?
Shiki is mostly used for girls.
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Other names that use 士
士: gentleman, scholar, samurai
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