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Be cautious with the pronunciation, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It's typically used in scientific contexts, so it's less common in everyday conversation. It's important to pair it with terms like '元素' (element) or '化合物' (compound) for clarity.
Although 钡 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be beneficial for learners interested in chemistry or related fields. Understanding this word can connect students to other elements and compounds, enhancing their scientific vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 钡 with similar-sounding characters like 背 (bèi), which means 'back.' Always remember that 钡 is associated with metals and chemistry, while 背 relates to body parts.
Pronunciation of 钡
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Etymology of 钡
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 贝 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鋇.
metal
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Case file: 钡
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 贝 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鋇.
- 1The meaning half钅 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half贝 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymetal
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say barium in Chinese
“barium” in Chinese is钡
钡 (bèi) refers to the chemical element barium, a soft, silvery-white metal that is part of the alkaline earth metals group. It is commonly used in various industrial applications, including the manufacturing of glass and ceramics, as well as in medical imaging as a contrast agent for X-rays.
When to use 钡
Be cautious with the pronunciation, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words. It's typically used in scientific contexts, so it's less common in everyday conversation. It's important to pair it with terms like '元素' (element) or '化合物' (compound) for clarity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 钡 with similar-sounding characters like 背 (bèi), which means 'back.' Always remember that 钡 is associated with metals and chemistry, while 背 relates to body parts.
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Grammar Patterns of 钡
钡 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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普通的陶瓷元件分别是钛酸____和锆钛酸铅.
Common ceramic elements are barium titanate and lead zirconate - titanate.
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Barium is significant due to its use in various applications, such as in X-ray imaging and producing glass, showcasing its importance in both industry and medicine.
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