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Kanji for Qilin
Japanese has more than one kanji connected to “qilin”: 麟、麒. Each has its own feeling. Compare their meanings, readings and the names they appear in.
qilin
The qilin, a mythical creature that appears only in times of peace.
The kirin (麒麟), a gentle mythical beast, was said to appear only in the time of a wise ruler.
24 strokes On reading リン (rin) JLPT N1
Dictionary meanings: Chinese unicorn, genius, giraffe, bright, shining
Readings used for names on Nazuke: rin
qilin
The qilin, a gentle mythical beast that brings good fortune.
19 strokes On reading キ (ki)
Dictionary meanings: Chinese unicorn, genius, giraffe, bright, shining
Readings used for names on Nazuke: ki
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