gameplay general
Chi
チー
Definition
Calling the previous player's discard to complete a sequence. Can only be called from the player to your left (kamisha). Opens your hand.
Related Terms
Pon
ポン
Calling another player's discard to complete a triplet. Can be called from any player out of turn. Opens your hand.
Sequence
順子
Three consecutive numbered tiles of the same suit (e.g., 456 of bamboo). Also called shuntsu or run.
Naki
鳴き
A call - using another player's discard to complete a meld (chi, pon, or kan). Opens your hand and restricts certain yaku.