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硇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
硇náosal ammoniacns, 11 strokes, radical 石
náo(nao2) T2
  1. 1sal ammoniac
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March 24, 2026

硇náo(nao2)

The character 硇 (náo) refers to sal ammoniac, a compound that is often used in various chemical processes and has applications in industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized contexts related to chemistry or mineralogy.

Strokes11Radical石
Cultural Note

Sal ammoniac has been used in traditional Chinese medicine and alchemy, linking it to ancient practices that sought to purify and enhance materials. Its historical significance reflects the long-standing importance of minerals in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 硇 as a rocky mountain (石) with a cloud (氵) above it, signifying its mineral origin. The pinyin 'náo' can be remembered by imagining a 'nail' (sounds similar) holding together the minerals, reminding you of its solid, crystalline form.

Meanings of 硇

náo(nao2)
1sal ammoniac
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About 硇

硇Simplified
11Strokes
石Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 硇

Usage Notes

This term is quite formal and might not be encountered in casual conversations. Learners should be cautious of using it in informal settings and recognize that it is often paired with other technical terms, such as 硇砂 (náo shā) for specific contexts. Ensure the correct tone is used, as mispronunciation can lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

Although 硇 is not included in the HSK vocabulary, understanding its components can aid in recognizing other related characters. Students at higher levels (HSK 4 and above) should focus on scientific terminology and the context in which this word might be used.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is confusing 硇 with similar-sounding characters. For instance, using 硝 (xiāo) for sal ammoniac would be incorrect, as 硝 refers to another compound, nitrate. Always ensure the correct character is used in the right context.

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Etymology of 硇

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
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A kind of mineral 石 salt 卤

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Case file: 硇

  1. 1The giveawayA kind of mineral 石 salt 卤
  2. 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 硇?

Decomposition of 硇

IDS Structure⿰石囟
硇Full Character
=
石dan4
left
囟xin4
right
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Which of these is a component of 硇?

How to say sal ammoniac in Chinese

“sal ammoniac” in Chinese is硇náo

The character 硇 (náo) refers to sal ammoniac, a compound that is often used in various chemical processes and has applications in industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized contexts related to chemistry or mineralogy.

When to use 硇

This term is quite formal and might not be encountered in casual conversations. Learners should be cautious of using it in informal settings and recognize that it is often paired with other technical terms, such as 硇砂 (náo shā) for specific contexts. Ensure the correct tone is used, as mispronunciation can lead to confusion.

What learners get wrong

A common mistake is confusing 硇 with similar-sounding characters. For instance, using 硝 (xiāo) for sal ammoniac would be incorrect, as 硝 refers to another compound, nitrate. Always ensure the correct character is used in the right context.

Write 硇

硇

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Word Family of 硇

Words Containing This Character1
硇náosalammoniac (mineralogy)
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Compound Meaning

What does 硇 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 硇

No, 硇 is a technical term and not used in daily conversations.

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