The pronunciation of "须" is xū, a character commonly used in Chinese language. It has many meanings, such as as a verb, meaning to have to, to need. As a noun, it means the hairs on the beard, sideburns, etc. As an adverb, it means inevitable. In addition, there is also the use of "must be" and "must not be". In some idioms, there is also the use of "须", for example, "the dragon fights with the tiger, there will be a defeat, must be resolved as soon as possible" means that it must be resolved as soon as possible.

The pronunciation of "须" is also found in some words. For example, "须眉" means man. In ancient times, a man with a long beard and eyebrows was a symbol of maturity and wisdom. Another example is "Mount Sumeru," a Buddhist term for an extremely high mountain, which is also a metaphor for a stable state of mind that can overcome all trials and tribulations.

In general, the pronunciation of "须" has become an indispensable part of the Chinese character. It is used in a variety of meanings in different contexts. It is worth mentioning that the pronunciation of "须" varies slightly from region to region. In Shanghainese, it is pronounced as xú, meaning demand. In Cantonese and Fuzhou, it is pronounced as sīu, which has a lighter tone and still means must or need. In any case, mastering the pronunciation and meaning of "须" can help us better understand Chinese culture and become more fluent in our daily speech.