Definition of QI

qi

Meanings

Plural: qis

Noun

  • 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
  • Alternative form of chi.

Origin / Etymology

From the Hanyu Pinyin romanization of the Mandarin Chinese pronunciation for 氣/气 (qì).

Synonyms

ch'i, chi, ki

Scrabble Score: 11

qi is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
qi is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
qi is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

qi is a valid Words With Friends word