Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [boo-shee-daw]
- /ˈbu ʃiˌdɔ/
- /bʊʃˈiːdəʊ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [boo-shee-daw]
- /ˈbu ʃiˌdɔ/
Definitions of bushido word
- noun bushido the feudal code of the Japanese samurai, stressing self-discipline, courage and loyalty 3
- noun bushido the chivalric code of the samurai of feudal Japan, emphasizing loyalty, courage, and the preference of death to dishonor 3
- noun bushido (in feudal Japan) the code of the samurai, stressing unquestioning loyalty and obedience and valuing honor above life. 1
- noun bushido An ethical code of the samurai that was prevalent in feudal Japan that advocated unquestioning loyalty to the master at all costs and obedience in all deeds, valuing honor above life. 0
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Origin of bushido
First appearance:
before 1895 One of the 18% newest English words
1895-1900; < Japanese bushidō, equivalent to bushi warrior (< Middle Chinese, equivalent to Chinese wǔ military + shì gentleman) + dō way (< Middle Chinese; see judo)
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Parts of speech for Bushido
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bushido popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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