し (Shi) is a Japanese particle meaning “and, besides, moreover, what's more”.

Meanings

  1. particle, conjunctionand; besides; moreover; what's more; not only ... but also
  2. particle, conjunctionbecause; sinceusu. indicates one of several reasons
  3. particle, conjunctionthe thing is; for one thingat sentence end; gives reason for an unstated but deducible conclusion

Examples

  • It's nice and cool.

  • I'm kind of tired today.

  • We're practically family.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).