shih-tzu
nounHow many syllables in shih-tzu?
There are 2 syllables in the word shih-tzu.How to pronounce shih-tzu:
Definition of shih-tzu:
- shih-tzu (noun):
- noun. a Chinese breed of small dog similar to a Pekingese.
- any of an old chinese breed of toy dogs that have a square short unwrinkled muzzle, short muscular legs, and a long dense flowing coat
Synonyms for shih-tzu:
toy dog
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