Shori

Shori is a romanized term that can refer to several unrelated uses across languages and contexts. In Japanese, Shori can function as a given name or as part of common words, with meaning varying according to the kanji chosen. For example, when written with kanji meaning “victory” (often read shōri), it conveys victory; when written with kanji read as shiori, it can refer to a bookmark or guide. Because kanji spellings are flexible, Shori may be used for different genders in contemporary naming practices.

In fiction and media, Shori appears as a personal name for characters in various works, but there is no single, globally dominant reference for the term. As a surname or place name, Shori occurs less frequently and typically reflects transliteration from non-Japanese origins, with meanings that vary by language and context.

Overall, Shori’s primary role is as a phonetic spelling that can correspond to multiple distinct meanings. To understand a specific usage, readers should consult language- or context-specific articles or sources that explain the intended origin and kanji (if applicable). See also related terms such as Shiori and Shōri for other readings and meanings that share phonetic similarity.