Nu facts for kids

Nu is a short word that can mean many different things! It's like a special code word that helps us talk about letters, places, people, and even ideas. Let's explore some of the cool things "Nu" can stand for.

What is Nu?

Nu can be a letter, a place, a person, or even a type of music! It all depends on how it's used.

Nu as a Letter or Character

• Nu is the 13th letter in the Greek alphabet. It looks like a small 'ν' (lowercase) or a big 'Ν' (uppercase). You might see it used in math or science!
• Nu also refers to two Japanese characters: ぬ and ヌ. These are part of the Japanese writing system called Kana.

Nu in Stories and History

• Nu is a very old god from Ancient Egypt. He was believed to be the spirit of the watery chaos that existed before the world was created. He is often linked with the goddess Naunet.
• Nu is a unique, fictional creature from the popular video game Chrono Trigger. These creatures are known for being helpful and sometimes a bit mysterious in the game's world.
• U Nu was an important political leader who served as the first Prime Minister of Myanmar (which used to be called Burma). He led the country after it gained independence in the mid-1900s.

Nu for Places and People

• .nu is the special internet address ending for the small island nation of Niue. When you see a website ending in .nu, it means it's connected to Niue.
• Nu people are an ethnic group who live in China. They are one of the 56 officially recognized ethnic groups in China.
• Nu River is another name for the Salween River, a long river in Southeast Asia. It flows through China, Myanmar, and Thailand.
• Nunavut (NU) is the largest and newest territory in Canada. It's a huge area in the northern part of the country, home to many Inuit people.

Nu in Science and Math

• Nusselt number (Nu) is a special number used in science and engineering. It helps scientists understand how heat moves from one place to another, especially in liquids or gases.
• Nucellar embryony (Nu+) is a fascinating way some plants reproduce. It's a type of seed reproduction where a new plant can grow from the parent plant's tissue without needing a seed to be fertilized.

Nu in Culture and Language

• Nu Gundam is a famous giant robot from the Japanese anime movie Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack. It's a popular design among fans of the Gundam series.
• Nu metal is a type of heavy metal music that became popular in the 1990s. It mixes heavy metal sounds with other styles like hip hop and funk.
• "Nu?" is a word from Yiddish, a language spoken by many Jewish people. It's like saying "So?" or "What's happening?" in English. It's often used to ask for an update or a response.

Nu in Organizations and Money

• Nahdatul Ulama (NU) is a very large Islamic organization in Indonesia. It focuses on education, social welfare, and religious activities.
• Bhutanese ngultrum (Nu.) is the official currency of Bhutan, a country in the Himalayan mountains.

Nu in Universities

"Nu" is also used as a short form for the names of several universities around the world, like:

• Naresuan University in Thailand
• Niagara University in New York, USA
• Northwestern University in Illinois, USA
• Northeastern University in Massachusetts, USA
• Norwich University in Vermont, USA
• National University (Philippines) in the Philippines

See also

In Spanish: Nu para niños