馗 (kuí) - Kui — a proper name referring to Zhong & also used in names and ancient texts.

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kuí ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

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馗 · kuí

Kui — a proper name referring to Zhong Kui, a deity in Chinese mythology who vanquishes ghosts and evil beings;

also used in names and ancient texts.

Kui — a proper name referring to Zhongalso used in names and ancient texts.

Usage highlights

Zhong KuiKui XingKui LongKui WeiKui ShenKui Men

Synonyms

  • 钟馗— Zhong Kui (the full name of the deity)
  • 鬼神— ghosts and gods (related concept)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Zhong Kui is a mythological figure known for subjugating demons (钟馗).
  • The character 馗 appears in some classical texts and names.
  • In art, Zhong Kui is often depicted as a fierce-looking man (钟馗像).
  • Some people use 馗 in given names to invoke protective qualities.

Collocations

  • Zhong Kui(钟馗)
  • Kui Xing(馗星)
  • Kui Long(馗龙)
  • Kui Wei(馗威)
  • Kui Shen(馗神)
  • Kui Men(馗门)

Idioms

  • Zhong Kui catching ghosts(钟馗捉鬼)
  • Zhong Kui's transformation(钟馗变相)
  • Zhong Kui marries off his sister(钟馗嫁妹)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily known through the legend of Zhong Kui, a Tang dynasty scholar who became a deity after death.
  • Zhong Kui is worshipped as a protector against evil spirits and misfortune.
  • The character is rare in modern usage but appears in traditional art, opera, and folklore.

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