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This term is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry. Avoid using 胩 in casual conversation, as it may confuse listeners who are not familiar with chemical terminology. Be careful with pronunciation; the third tone (kǎ) can be easily mixed with the second tone (ká), which has a different meaning.
While 胩 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of chemical terms that may appear in advanced studies. Focus on the context in which this word is used, especially in scientific literature, to make connections with other related terms.
Learners often confuse 胩 with similar-sounding words. For example, they might mistakenly use 胩 (kǎ) instead of 价 (jià), which means 'price.' Always ensure you are using the correct tone and context.
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Etymology of 胩
organic compound
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- 1The meaning half⺼ carries the sense.
- 2The sound half卡 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayorganic compound
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say carbylamine; isocyanide in Chinese
“carbylamine; isocyanide” in Chinese is胩
The character 胩 (kǎ) refers to isocyanide, a type of organic compound that contains a functional group with the formula -N≡C. Isocyanides are primarily used in organic synthesis and can be toxic, making them significant in chemical discussions but less commonly encountered in everyday language.
When to use 胩
This term is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry. Avoid using 胩 in casual conversation, as it may confuse listeners who are not familiar with chemical terminology. Be careful with pronunciation; the third tone (kǎ) can be easily mixed with the second tone (ká), which has a different meaning.
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Learners often confuse 胩 with similar-sounding words. For example, they might mistakenly use 胩 (kǎ) instead of 价 (jià), which means 'price.' Always ensure you are using the correct tone and context.
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胩 is significant as it refers to isocyanides, which are important in organic synthesis and have unique properties.
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