Qi
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C1
/tʃiː/
vital energy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Qi' originates from Chinese, specifically the word '气', where '气' meant 'air' or 'breath'.
Historical Evolution
'气' transformed into the modern English word 'Qi' through transliteration.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'air' or 'breath', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'vital energy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
in traditional Chinese culture, 'Qi' is believed to be a vital force forming part of any living entity.
Practitioners of Tai Chi believe in the flow of Qi through the body.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42