qi (HyperDic hyper-dictionary)

English > 1 sense of the word qi:
NOUN	state	qi, chi, ch'i, ki	the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things

qi > pronunciation
Sounds	kiy'
Rhymes	achy ... yucky: 142 rhymes with kiy...

English > qi: 1 sense > noun 1, state
Meaning	The circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health.
Synonyms	chi, ch'i, ki
Region	China, People's Republic of China, mainland China, Communist China, Red China, PRC, Cathay	A communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia
Broader	energy, vim, vitality	A healthy capacity for vigorous activity
Spanish	ch'i, qi, qì
Catalan	ch'i, qi

HyperDic: qi