彲 (chī) - Chi — a legendary beast resembling a yellow & used in classical Chinese literature and names.

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chī ｜ 22 strokes ｜ radical:

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彲 · chī

Chi — a legendary beast resembling a yellow dragon without horns;

used in classical Chinese literature and names.

Chi — a legendary beast resembling a yellowused in classical Chinese literature and names.

Usage highlights

Chi

Synonyms

  • 龙— dragon (general term)
  • 虬— coiling dragon

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The legendary beast Chi (螭) appears in ancient texts.
  • Chi-dragon patterns adorn bronze vessels (螭纹).
  • The name Chi-long means 'hornless dragon' (螭龙).

Collocations

  • Chi-dragon(螭龙)
  • Chi-pattern(螭纹)
  • Chi-head(螭首)
  • Chi-tiger(螭虎)
  • Chi-tablet(螭碑)
  • Chi-ornament(螭钮)

Idioms

  • Panchi coiling dragon(盘螭)
  • Dragons and Chi intertwining(龙螭交蟠)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Chi is a mythical hornless dragon in Chinese mythology, often depicted as a yellow, dragon-like creature.
  • Commonly used in decorative arts, particularly on ancient bronze vessels, jade carvings, and architectural elements.
  • Represents power, nobility, and good fortune in traditional Chinese culture.
  • Appears in classical literature and historical texts as a symbolic creature.

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