Common Meanings
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xī犀
A large mammal with thick, wrinkled skin and one or two horns on its nose, commonly known as a rhinoceros. Figuratively, in phrases like '灵犀' (líng xī), it refers to a telepathic understanding or strong intuitive connection between people.
他们之间心有灵犀一点通，无需多言便能理解对方。
They have a telepathic understanding, able to comprehend each other without many words.
When pronounced 'xī', it means sturdy, as in '犀舟' (sturdy boat), or sharp/keen, as in '犀利' (sharp, keen, incisive).
他的眼神很犀利，能看穿一切。
His gaze is very keen, able to see through everything.