How to write 麒

麒 [qí] 1. 〔～麟〕See "麟". 2. (noun) **Original meaning**: A legendary animal, resembling a deer, with a single horn, covered in scales, and a tail like that of a cow. Often used as a symbol of good fortune. Also known as "麒麟" (qílín), and sometimes referred to simply as "麟" (lín). **Character formation**: Phono-semantic compound. From "deer," its sound. "Shuowen": "It is a benevolent beast." **Synonyms**: 1. 麒麟 ([En.] kylin; mythical unicorn in Chinese legends) 2. In ancient legends, considered a benevolent and auspicious beast, resembling a deer with a single horn and a tail like that of a cow. 3. Metaphor for outstanding individuals. 4. Name of a place in the Han dynasty. 5. A surname. 引: 1. "Shuowen": 麒, a benevolent beast, with a deer body, cow tail, and a single horn. 例: 1. 麒麟补服 (Qilin robes adorned with qilin, worn by military officials during the Ming and Qing dynasties) 2. 麒麟不至 (The benevolent beast does not appear; metaphor for chaotic times) 3. 麒麟斗 (Qilins fighting with each other) 4. 麒麟袍 (A robe embroidered with qilins) 5. 麒麟门 (A door at an official’s warm chamber, painted with a blue qilin) **Synonyms**: 3. Metaphor for outstanding individuals. 引: 1. Tang · Du Fu "On Weizuo Xiang's Twenty Rhymes": Rather than seeking fine horses, I was astonished to obtain a qilin. 例: 1. 麒麟冢 (Tombs of renowned ministers and nobles) 2. 麒麟客 (Refers to individuals of noble virtue) **Synonyms**: 4. Name of a place in the Han dynasty. 引: 1. "Yuqian Quanzhuan": Uncle said: "This morning, we will ascend the Phoenix Terrace." The prince immediately replied: "Next time, I will exclusively occupy the Qilin Pavilion." 2. Ban Gu "Xidu Fu": Golden flowers and jade halls, white tiger and qilin. 例: 1. 麒麟阁 (A pavilion built during the Han dynasty in the Weiyang Palace) 2. 麒麟画 (Portraits of meritorious officials in the Qilin Pavilion) **Synonyms**: 5. A surname.