Meanings of 锇
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 锇
Podcast: 锇
Podcast: 锇
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 锇
This term is primarily used in scientific or technical contexts, so it's less likely to appear in everyday conversation. Be cautious of the pronunciation; the 'é' tone is rising, which can be confused with the flat tone of other similar-sounding words.
While 锇 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your grasp of scientific terms in Chinese. Students should focus on the context in which chemical elements are discussed, as well as familiarizing themselves with the radicals associated with metals.
Learners may confuse 锇 with similar characters or use it incorrectly in everyday contexts. For example, saying 锇 in a casual conversation about metals might be inappropriate; instead, use more common terms like 金属 (jīnshǔ) for 'metal.'
Pronunciation of 锇
Drill the tone of 锇 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Etymology of 锇
metal
Jason Etymology Detective
Case file: 锇
- 1The meaning half钅 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half我 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymetal
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
Every clue here comes from the character's recorded structure — nothing is guessed.
Want the full history of 锇? Jason searches the paleographic record, weighs the competing accounts and judges the popular story.
Charged once for this character — everyone reads it afterwards.Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 锇?
Decomposition of 锇
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 锇?
How to say osmium in Chinese
“osmium” in Chinese is锇
The character 锇 (é) refers to osmium, a dense metal known for its high density and hardness, used in various industrial applications. In chemistry, it represents the element with the atomic number 76, which is rarely encountered in everyday contexts but is significant in scientific discussions.
When to use 锇
This term is primarily used in scientific or technical contexts, so it's less likely to appear in everyday conversation. Be cautious of the pronunciation; the 'é' tone is rising, which can be confused with the flat tone of other similar-sounding words.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 锇 with similar characters or use it incorrectly in everyday contexts. For example, saying 锇 in a casual conversation about metals might be inappropriate; instead, use more common terms like 金属 (jīnshǔ) for 'metal.'
Write 锇
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 锇 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Word Family of 锇
Compound Meaning
What does 锇 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 锇
It means 'osmium,' a chemical element.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 锇?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.