仕
to serve as official; surname
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to serve as an official; to hold office
literaryThis is an old or formal term meaning to enter government service.
He was unwilling to serve as an official, preferring to live in seclusion in the mountains.
In ancient times, scholars considered it an honor to enter office through the imperial examination.
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This prime minister had a rough official career in his early years.
The idea that those who excel in studies should become officials was popular at the time.
He served in the imperial court for many years and was very experienced.
noun
a Chinese surname
Used as a family name.
One of our colleagues has the surname Shi.
Mr. Shi, your package has arrived.
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Is Ms. Shi in the office?
People with the surname Shi are relatively rare on the surname ranking list.
I am Shi Qiang, nice to meet you.