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镔 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
镔bīnhigh-quality ironn, 15 strokes, radical 钅
镔bīnfine steelunknown, 15 strokes, radical 钅
bīn(bin1) T1
  1. 1high-quality iron
  2. 2fine steel
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March 24, 2026

镔(鑌)bīn(bin1)

镔 (bīn) refers to high-quality iron or fine steel, often used in contexts involving craftsmanship, weaponry, or metalwork. This term highlights the importance of material quality in various traditional Chinese practices, particularly in manufacturing and tools. It is less commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized discussions about metallurgy.

Strokes15Radical钅
Cultural Note

In ancient China, the quality of iron and steel was crucial for weapon production and tool-making, reflecting the sophistication of Chinese metallurgy. High-quality steel was often associated with prestige and craftsmanship, a concept still valued in contemporary Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 镔 (bīn) as a shining piece of high-quality metal. The radical 钅 (metal) on the left suggests its metallic nature, while the character itself can be imagined as a refined sword, symbolizing strength and quality. Associate 'bīn' with 'beam' of light reflecting off finely crafted steel.

Meanings of 镔

bīn(bin1)
1high-quality iron
2fine steel
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About 镔

镔Simplified
鑌Traditional
15Strokes
钅Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 镔

Usage Notes

Be mindful that 镔 is a more formal term and may not be widely recognized in casual conversation. It's often used in technical discussions, so pairing it with terms like '工匠' (gōngjiàng, craftsman) can enhance understanding. Additionally, avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that pertain to other types of metals.

HSK Study Tips

Although 镔 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to Level 2-3 words related to materials and craftsmanship. Focus on recognizing the radical 钅 (metal) to help identify other metal-related terms. Understanding this character may enrich your vocabulary in specialized contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 镔 (bīn) with 锌 (xīn, zinc) due to similar sounds. Remember, 镔 specifically refers to a type of iron, while 锌 is a different metal entirely. Additionally, avoid using 镔 in informal contexts where simpler terms are more appropriate.

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Etymology of 镔

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

metal

Semantic (meaning)钅
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Phonetic (sound)宾
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Case file: 镔

  1. 1The meaning half钅 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half宾 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawaymetal
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 镔

IDS Structure⿰钅宾
镔Full Character
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钅jin1
left
宾bin1
right
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How to say high-quality iron in Chinese

“high-quality iron” in Chinese is镔bīn

镔 (bīn) refers to high-quality iron or fine steel, often used in contexts involving craftsmanship, weaponry, or metalwork. This term highlights the importance of material quality in various traditional Chinese practices, particularly in manufacturing and tools. It is less commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in specialized discussions about metallurgy.

When to use 镔

Be mindful that 镔 is a more formal term and may not be widely recognized in casual conversation. It's often used in technical discussions, so pairing it with terms like '工匠' (gōngjiàng, craftsman) can enhance understanding. Additionally, avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words that pertain to other types of metals.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 镔 (bīn) with 锌 (xīn, zinc) due to similar sounds. Remember, 镔 specifically refers to a type of iron, while 锌 is a different metal entirely. Additionally, avoid using 镔 in informal contexts where simpler terms are more appropriate.

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镔

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Word Family of 镔

Words Containing This Character1
镔bīnfine steel鑌
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 镔

No, 镔 is more technical and is typically used in discussions about metallurgy or craftsmanship.

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