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粦 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
粦línphosphoruszg, 12 strokes, radical 米
lín(lin2) T2
  1. 1phosphorus
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March 24, 2026

粦lín(lin2)

The character 粦 (lín) refers specifically to phosphorus, a chemical element essential for life and commonly used in fertilizers and various industrial applications. It is not frequently used in everyday conversation but appears in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and agriculture.

Strokes12Radical米
Cultural Note

Phosphorus plays a significant role in Chinese agriculture, particularly in the production of rice and other staple foods. Understanding this character can provide insight into the importance of chemical elements in sustaining China's large population.

Memory Tip

Imagine a glowing phosphorus rock that lights up like a lantern when you think of the character 粦 (lín). The radical '米' (rice) at the bottom can remind you of the agricultural uses of phosphorus, as rice is a staple crop that benefits from fertilizers containing this element.

Meanings of 粦

lín(lin2)
1phosphorus
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About 粦

粦Simplified
12Strokes
米Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 粦

Usage Notes

Be mindful that 粦 (lín) is a technical term and not commonly used in casual conversation. It is often found in scientific literature, so ensure you are in the right context when using it. Remember that the pronunciation is similar to the word for 'forest' (林) but with a different tone and meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 粦 (lín) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 and 4 vocabulary related to science and nature, such as 土 (tǔ - earth) and 水 (shuǐ - water). Focus on chemical-related words and their applications to better understand its context.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 粦 (lín) with 林 (lín), which means 'forest'. Remember that 粦 refers specifically to phosphorus, while 林 relates to trees and nature.

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Etymology of 粦

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Decomposition of 粦

IDS Structure⿱米舛
粦Full Character
=
米Mi3
top
舛chuan3
bottom
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How to say phosphorus in Chinese

“phosphorus” in Chinese is粦lín

The character 粦 (lín) refers specifically to phosphorus, a chemical element essential for life and commonly used in fertilizers and various industrial applications. It is not frequently used in everyday conversation but appears in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and agriculture.

When to use 粦

Be mindful that 粦 (lín) is a technical term and not commonly used in casual conversation. It is often found in scientific literature, so ensure you are in the right context when using it. Remember that the pronunciation is similar to the word for 'forest' (林) but with a different tone and meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 粦 (lín) with 林 (lín), which means 'forest'. Remember that 粦 refers specifically to phosphorus, while 林 relates to trees and nature.

Write 粦

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Word Family of 粦

Words Containing This Character14
磷línvariant of 磷[lín]燐
磷酸phosphoric acid
磷脂phospholipid
有机磷organic phosphate有機磷
磷光phosphorescence
磷酸盐phosphate磷酸鹽
白磷white phosphorus
磷肥phosphate fertilizer
卵磷脂lecithin (phospholipid found in egg yolk)
磷酸钙calcium phosphate (chemistry)磷酸鈣
磷灰石apatite
磷酸钠sodium phosphate (chemistry)磷酸鈉
磷火phosphorescence
红磷red phosphorus紅磷
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 粦

It is pronounced as 'lín' with a rising tone.

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