Sign In

Dictionary

Support

Entry Details for 周

Single Word Search|Multi-Word Search?

Search by Japanese Word

字▼

Search by English Meaning

Romaji Hide
[しゅう(周)]
shuu
noun, noun, used as a suffix, counter

English Meaning(s) for 周

noun
  1. Zhou dynasty (China, approx. 1046-256 BCE); Chou dynasty
  2. perimeter
noun, used as a suffix, counter
  1. counter for laps or circuits
Add to ▼

Definition and Synonyms for 周

Zhou the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC
Synonyms: 周
Zhou notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism
Synonyms: 周

Meanings for each kanji in 周

» circumference; circuit; lap

Categories 周 is a member of

Dynasty a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family
Show all words in category »

Stroke Order Diagrams for 周

Kanji Details »Add to ▼

Sample Sentences for 周

The satellite made 10 orbits of the earth.
View Sentence Details »
My surname is Zhou.
View Sentence Details »
My surname is Zhou.
View Sentence Details »
The new jet circles the globe in twenty-four hours.
View Sentence Details »
My surname is Zhou.
View Sentence Details »
View All Sentences »

Comments for 周

If you have any questions about this entry, or would like to write a sample sentence using the vocabulary, please do so below. Your comment will appear in the forum for other users of the site to view and discuss.

Only registered users may post comments. You can register your free 楽しい Japanese account here.

This site uses the EDICT and KANJIDIC dictionary files. These files are the property of the Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group, and are used in conformance with the Group's licence.