FAQs
yi is not a valid Scrabble word.
Do you pronounce the y in yi? ›
-i is easy; just note that the syllable yi rhymes with the others; the "y" makes no special sound. It basically just marks the beginning of the syllable.
What does the Chinese word Yi mean? ›
In Chinese philosophy, yi (simplified Chinese: 义; traditional Chinese: 義; pinyin: yì) refers to righteousness, justice, morality, and meaning. Yi. Chinese name. Traditional Chinese. 義
What does Qi stand for? ›
The word qi may be little, but boy is it energetic. In fact, qi stands for the energy in everything. (It's also a handy word to know in Scrabble.) In Chinese philosophy, qi, also spelled chior ch'i, is the life force that every person and thing has.
Do any words start with Yi? ›
There are not many words that start with the letters YI – 72 words to be exact. But the important thing is that every word that begins with the letters YI and can be played in Scrabble or Words With Friends is right here on this list.
What word ends in Yi? ›
Words Ending with YI
- FYI.
- kiyi.
- longyi.
- lungyi.
- phongyi.
- polynyi.
- pongyi.
What are the rules for Yi pronunciation? ›
YI (meaning "one") is pronounced in the first tone when it stands alone. It is pronounced in the fourth tone when it precedes a first, second, or third tone. However, it is pronounced in the second tone when it precedes a fourth tone.
Why do people say yao instead of yi? ›
Yao (pin yin first tone) is a common way to say "one" in northern china when reciting multiple digits and basically the only way Beijing locals say 1 in a phone number or a string of numbers. for going to a market and asking for 1 of something, "yi" is the preferred way.
When to use yao instead of yi? ›
In the mainland of China (I don't know how people in Taiwan use this character, sorry), people usually use "yao" when reading numerical serial numbers, digit by digit. One typical application is the phone number. In almost all other cases, only "yi" should be used.
Is Yi Chinese or Japanese? ›
Yi is a girl's name of Chinese origin. In Mandarin, this name has multiple meanings with multiple spellings. Most commonly, the word yí means “joy” or “harmony,” while the word yì ties neatly with the translation of “justice.” This Mandarin name can also mean “benefit,” “resolute,” “plum,” “amiable,” and more!
Different Units
亿(yì): hundred million.
Is qi Korean or Chinese? ›
Qi is a mythical concept in traditional Chinese medicine and in Chinese martial arts. The attempt to cultivate and balance qi is called qigong. Believers in qi describe it as a vital force, the flow of which must be unimpeded for health.
Is qi good or bad? ›
According to TCM, qi is life force or vital energy. Everything in the world is made up of qi, including the physical body and the feelings a person has. Followers and practitioners of TCM believe that to be balanced in life and free from physical or mental health issues, a person must have balanced qi.
Is qi Chinese or Japanese? ›
Qi, also commonly spelled ch'i (in Wade-Giles romanization) or ki (in romanized Japanese), is a fundamental concept of traditional Chinese culture. Qi is believed to be part of everything that exists, as a “life force” or “spiritual energy” that pervades the natural world.
Is Ye a real word? ›
pronoun. Ye is an old-fashioned, poetic, or religious word for you when you are talking to more than one person.
What is the plural form of Yi? ›
nounWord forms: plural Yis, esp collectively Yi.
Is Qi a real word? ›
Qi: Scrabble Word and Definition
Qi is defined as the vital force that is inherent in all things, according to Chinese thought. You can also use the plural, "qis." It is the force that is manipulated by acupuncture.
What are two letter words in Scrabble? ›
Ew joins another 106 two-letter words, which are aa, ab, ad, ae, ag, ah, ai, al, am, an, ar, as, at, aw, ax, ay, ba, be, bi, bo, by, da, de, do, ed, ef, eh, el, em, en, er, es, et, ex, fa, fe, gi, go, ha, he, hi, hm, ho, id, if, in, is, it, jo, ka, ki, la, li, lo, ma, me, mi, mm, mo, mu, my, na, ne, no, nu, od, oe, of, ...