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[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
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Definition and Synonyms for 周

Zhou the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC
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Zhou notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism
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Meanings for each kanji in 周

周 circumference; circuit; lap Kanji Details »

Categories 周 is a member of

Dynasty a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family
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Sample Sentences for 周

Tom wondered how many times Mary was going to run around the track.
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The satellite made 10 orbits of the earth.
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My surname is Zhou.
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My surname is Zhou.
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The plane circled the airport twice after taking off.
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