How to Pronounce Shima
Shima / SHEEMUH /
The name Shima is a Female name of Western origin meaning "The meaning of Shima varies depending on the origin. It can mean 'island' in Japanese, 'mark' or 'sign' in Hebrew, or 'virtue' in Persian.". It is pronounced SHEEMUH.
Meaning & Origin
Shima is a Western name meaning "The meaning of Shima varies depending on the origin. It can mean 'island' in Japanese, 'mark' or 'sign' in Hebrew, or 'virtue' in Persian.". The name has multiple origins: Japanese (shima - 島), Hebrew (shim'a - שִׁמְעָה), and Persian (شیما - Shima). Each language's root words reflect its respective meaning.
Quick Facts
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as SHEEMUH. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Shima
- · Shima Yoshitake - Japanese manga artist
- · Shima Onishi - Japanese voice actress
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Shima?
- Shima is pronounced SHEEMUH.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Shima?
- The correct pronunciation of Shima is SHEEMUH (IPA: ˈʃimə).
- Is Shima a Western name?
- Yes, Shima is a Western name meaning "The meaning of Shima varies depending on the origin. It can mean 'island' in Japanese, 'mark' or 'sign' in Hebrew, or 'virtue' in Persian.".
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