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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
铊tāthalliumg, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #21915, Very Hard
铊tāthallium (chemistry)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #21915, Very Hard
tā(ta1)ta T1
  1. 1thallium
  2. 2thallium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026

铊(鉈)tā(ta1)

铊 (tā) refers to thallium, a chemical element that is soft and malleable, primarily used in electronics and certain types of glass manufacturing. It is not commonly discussed in everyday conversation but is significant in the context of chemistry and materials science.

Strokes10Radical钅Frequency#21915DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, metals have significant meanings in traditional medicine and Feng Shui, and understanding elements like thallium can connect to modern scientific advancements versus ancient practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'thallium' atom as a soft, shiny metal that you can easily mold with your hands. The character 铊 resembles a shiny metal piece (the radical 钅 for metal) resting on a flat surface, representing its malleable nature. The 'tā' sound can remind you of 'ta-da!' as if revealing a new element.

Meanings of 铊

tā(ta1)
1thallium
2thallium (chemistry)
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铊Simplified
鉈Traditional
10Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This term is technical and primarily used in scientific contexts, so it's important to use it appropriately in discussions about chemistry. Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it may confuse those unfamiliar with chemical terms. Remember to pronounce it with the second tone to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 铊 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your knowledge of chemistry-related terms that may appear in advanced studies. Focus on related terms in the periodic table and their applications in various fields.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 铊 with similar sounding characters like 他 (tā, he) or 塔 (tǎ, tower). Ensure you remember that 铊 specifically refers to thallium in a chemical context.

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Etymology of 铊

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

Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 它 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鉈.

Memory hint

metal

Semantic (meaning)钅
+
Phonetic (sound)它
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Origin

铊 = 钅 + 它. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 铊

IDS Structure⿰钅它
铊Full character
=
钅jin1
left
它ta1
right
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Parts

Which of these is part of 铊?

How to say thallium in Chinese

“thallium” in Chinese is铊tā

铊 (tā) refers to thallium, a chemical element that is soft and malleable, primarily used in electronics and certain types of glass manufacturing. It is not commonly discussed in everyday conversation but is significant in the context of chemistry and materials science.

When to use 铊

This term is technical and primarily used in scientific contexts, so it's important to use it appropriately in discussions about chemistry. Avoid using it in casual conversation, as it may confuse those unfamiliar with chemical terms. Remember to pronounce it with the second tone to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 铊 with similar sounding characters like 他 (tā, he) or 塔 (tǎ, tower). Ensure you remember that 铊 specifically refers to thallium in a chemical context.

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Grammar patterns of 铊

铊 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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____的非放射性形态不是用于制造老鼠药吗?

Isn't the nonradioactive form of thallium used for rat poison?.

Example sentences for 铊 (1)

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铊的非放射性形态不是用于制造老鼠药吗?

tā de fēi fàngshè xìng xíngtài bùshì yòngyú zhìzào lǎoshǔ yào ma?

Isn't the nonradioactive form of thallium used for rat poison?.

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Word Family of 铊

Words containing this character1
铊tāthallium (chemistry)鉈

Frequently asked questions about 铊

Thallium is primarily used in electronics, optics, and as a component in specialized glass.

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