Shinobi Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/ˈʃiːnoʊbi/

Noun

A stealthy, agile warrior trained in ninjutsu, a Japanese art of war and espionage.

The word “Shinobi” originates from the Japanese word “” (shinobi), meaning “to sneak” or “to steal.”

The term “Shinobi” is often used to refer to Japanese ninja warriors, although other cultures also have their own versions of stealthy warriors.

Shinobi have appeared in various forms of Japanese media, including films, television shows, and video games.

“Shinobi in the night” is a common idiomatic expression in Japanese, meaning “to sneak around at night.”

Ninja, Kunoichi, Bushi

Shinobi + stealth, Shinobi + agility, Shinobi + ninjutsu

The term “Shinobi” is relatively rare in modern language, but it is still used by enthusiasts and scholars of Japanese culture.

Shinobi, Shinobee, Shinoobi