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腈jīngacrylicn, 12 strokes, radical ⺼, rank #64573, Very Hard
jīng(jing1)jing T1
  1. 1acrylic
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March 24, 2026

腈jīng(jing1)

腈 (jīng) refers to a type of synthetic polymer commonly known as acrylic. It is often used in the manufacturing of fibers, paints, and plastics, due to its durability and versatility. In everyday language, it may appear in contexts related to textiles and materials science.

Strokes12Radical⺼Frequency#64573DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

Acrylic fibers are widely used in Chinese fashion and textile industries, showcasing the country's significant role in global manufacturing. This reflects the modern blend of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary materials.

Memory tip

Think of 腈 as 'a king (jīng)' in the realm of synthetic materials. The '腈' character combines the radical for 'meat' (月) with 'capital' (京), suggesting that this material has a 'meaty' strength in textiles, making it a 'king' among fibers.

Meanings of 腈

jīng(jing1)
1acrylic
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About 腈

腈Simplified
12Strokes
⺼Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

腈 is primarily used in technical and industrial contexts, so it might not be common in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words or characters in terms of pronunciation and context. In writing, ensure you use it in contexts specifically discussing materials or textiles.

HSK Study Tips

While 腈 is not listed in the HSK levels, learners at a higher level, especially those interested in science or technology vocabulary, should focus on the application of this term within specific fields like chemistry or fashion design.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 腈 with similar-sounding words like 精 (jīng), which means 'essence' or 'refined'. For example, saying '我买了精材料' (wǒ mǎile jīng cáiliào) instead of '我买了腈材料' (wǒ mǎile jīng cáiliào) can lead to misunderstandings.

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Etymology of 腈

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory hint

organic compound

Semantic (meaning)⺼
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Phonetic (sound)青
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Origin

腈 = ⺼ + 青. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 腈

IDS Structure⿰⺼青
腈Full character
=
⺼rou4
left
青Qing1
right
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Parts

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How to say acrylic in Chinese

“acrylic” in Chinese is腈jīng

腈 (jīng) refers to a type of synthetic polymer commonly known as acrylic. It is often used in the manufacturing of fibers, paints, and plastics, due to its durability and versatility. In everyday language, it may appear in contexts related to textiles and materials science.

When to use 腈

腈 is primarily used in technical and industrial contexts, so it might not be common in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words or characters in terms of pronunciation and context. In writing, ensure you use it in contexts specifically discussing materials or textiles.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 腈 with similar-sounding words like 精 (jīng), which means 'essence' or 'refined'. For example, saying '我买了精材料' (wǒ mǎile jīng cáiliào) instead of '我买了腈材料' (wǒ mǎile jīng cáiliào) can lead to misunderstandings.

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Grammar patterns of 腈

腈 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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过氧化苯甲酰 、 特别是偶氧二异丁____不参加链移反应.

Benzoylperoxide, and especially azobisisobutyronitrile, do not take part in transfer reactions.

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过氧化苯甲酰 、 特别是偶氧二异丁腈不参加链移反应.

guò yǎng huà běn jiǎ xiān、 tèbié shì ǒu yǎng èr yì Dīng jīng bù cānjiā liàn yí fǎnyìng.

Benzoylperoxide, and especially azobisisobutyronitrile, do not take part in transfer reactions.
2
从苯乙腈制取苯基硝基甲烷就用这个方法.

cóng běn yǐ jīng zhì qǔ běn jī xiāo jī jiǎ wán jiù yòng zhège fāngfǎ.

This is a generally known method for obtaining phenylnitromethane from benzyl cyanide.
3
设计了一套回收制药废液中乙腈的新工艺.

shèjì le yī tào huíshōu zhì yào fèi yè zhōng yǐ jīng de xīn gōngyì.

A novel process of acetonitrile recovery from pharmaceutical effluent was designed.

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Word Family of 腈

Words containing this character4
腈jīngacrylic
腈纶acrylic fiber腈綸
丙烯腈acrylo-nitrile
异腈carbylamine異腈
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Frequently asked questions about 腈

Common products include sweaters, sportswear, and home furnishings like carpets and curtains.

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