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氯 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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氯
lǜ
chlorine
n, 12 strokes, radical 气, rank #8712, Very Hard
氯
lǜ
chlorine (chemistry)
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 气, rank #8712, Very Hard
氯
lǜ
chlorine
n, 12 strokes, radical 气, rank #8712, Very Hard
氯
lǜ
chlorine (chemistry)
unknown, 12 strokes, radical 气, rank #8712, Very Hard
lǜ(lv4)lv
primary
T4
1chlorine
2chlorine (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
氯lǜ(lv4)
氯 (lǜ) refers to the chemical element chlorine, which is a yellow-green gas at room temperature and is commonly used in disinfectants and bleach. In chemistry, it is important for processes such as water purification and the production of various chemicals. The term is often used in scientific contexts, particularly in environmental and health discussions.
Strokes12Radical气Frequency#8712DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
Chlorine plays a significant role in public health in China, particularly in water purification systems to ensure safe drinking water. Its use is often emphasized in discussions about sanitation and health policies.
Memory tip
Imagine a green, swirling gas (氯) that has a sharp smell, like a 'lurch' of chlorine in a swimming pool. The character 气 (air) suggests its gaseous state, while the radical for 'water' hints at its common use in water treatment.
Meanings of 氯
lǜ(lv4)
primary
1chlorine
2chlorine (chemistry)
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About 氯
氯Simplified
12Strokes
气Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
氯 is primarily used in scientific or technical discussions, so it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with the pronunciation; the third tone can be tricky, and mispronouncing it may lead to misunderstandings with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
While 氯 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it may appear in advanced study materials related to chemistry. Focus on understanding its use in scientific contexts, and familiarize yourself with related terms like 化学 (huàxué, chemistry) and 消毒 (xiāodú, disinfection).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 氯 with similar-sounding words like 绿 (lǜ, green) due to the tonal similarity. Remember that 氯 refers specifically to chlorine, while 绿 relates to the color green.
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氯 = 气 + 录. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 氯
IDS Structure⿹气录
氯Full character
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气qi4
enclosing
录Lu4
inner
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Parts
Which of these is part of 氯?
How to say chlorine in Chinese
“chlorine” in Chinese is氯lǜ
氯 (lǜ) refers to the chemical element chlorine, which is a yellow-green gas at room temperature and is commonly used in disinfectants and bleach. In chemistry, it is important for processes such as water purification and the production of various chemicals. The term is often used in scientific contexts, particularly in environmental and health discussions.
When to use 氯
氯 is primarily used in scientific or technical discussions, so it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful with the pronunciation; the third tone can be tricky, and mispronouncing it may lead to misunderstandings with similar-sounding words.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 氯 with similar-sounding words like 绿 (lǜ, green) due to the tonal similarity. Remember that 氯 refers specifically to chlorine, while 绿 relates to the color green.
Write 氯
氯
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Grammar patterns of 氯
氯 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
自1908年以来____就被添加进饮用水当中。
Since 1908, chlorine has been added to drinking water.
