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When discussing nickel, it is important to use the correct context, especially in scientific or industrial settings. Common collocations include 鎳合金 (niè héjīn - nickel alloy) and 鎳電池 (niè diànchí - nickel battery). Be cautious of the tones; 'niè' has a falling tone, which can be confused with other words.
Although 鎳 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it is beneficial for learners at higher levels, especially those interested in chemistry or materials science. Connecting it to other metal-related vocabulary can enhance understanding of technical discussions.
Learners often confuse 鎳 (niè) with other metal-related characters like 銅 (tóng - copper) due to similar contexts. It’s important to remember that 鎳 specifically refers to nickel, not copper.
Pronunciation of 鎳
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Etymology of 鎳
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- 1The meaning half釒 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half臬 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymetal
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say nickel in Chinese
“nickel” in Chinese is鎳
鎳 (niè) refers to the chemical element nickel, which is a transition metal commonly used in alloys and batteries. In industrial contexts, it is often associated with stainless steel production and corrosion-resistant materials. The character is less frequently used in everyday conversation, primarily appearing in scientific and technical discussions.
When to use 鎳
When discussing nickel, it is important to use the correct context, especially in scientific or industrial settings. Common collocations include 鎳合金 (niè héjīn - nickel alloy) and 鎳電池 (niè diànchí - nickel battery). Be cautious of the tones; 'niè' has a falling tone, which can be confused with other words.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 鎳 (niè) with other metal-related characters like 銅 (tóng - copper) due to similar contexts. It’s important to remember that 鎳 specifically refers to nickel, not copper.
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鎳 is crucial in creating alloys and batteries, making it important for various industrial applications.
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