Meanings of 哚
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AI Study Notes for 哚
Imagine the character 哚 (duǒ) as a scientist (the radical 哥, which suggests a masculine figure) discovering a new chemical element. The sound 'duǒ' can remind you of 'door,' like opening a door to new scientific knowledge. Visualize the scientist excitedly opening a door to a lab filled with colorful chemical elements.
哚 is primarily used in scientific contexts, so it may not be familiar in everyday conversations. Be cautious with pronunciation, as mispronouncing the third tone can lead to confusion with other words. It often appears in combination with 吲 (yǐn) when discussing indole, such as 吲哚 (yǐn duǒ).
While 哚 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it relates to scientific terminology that might be encountered in advanced studies. Students should focus on learning how to combine it with other chemical-related terms to enhance their understanding of science-related vocabulary.
In Chinese academia, chemical terms like 哚 are significant in discussions about pharmaceuticals and natural products, reflecting China's growing role in the global scientific community.
Learners often confuse 哚 with similar-sounding characters like 脱 (tuō), which means 'to take off' or 'to shed.' Remember that 哚 is specifically related to chemistry, not common actions.
Pronunciation of 哚
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Etymology of 哚
mouth
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Decomposition of 哚
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Grammar Patterns of 哚
哚 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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吲____乙酸, 激动素或赤霉酸的外源施用刺激了光合作用.
Exogenous applications of indoleacetic acid, kinetin or gibberellic acid stimulate photosynthesis.
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Cultural Notes for 哚
In Chinese academia, chemical terms like 哚 are significant in discussions about pharmaceuticals and natural products, reflecting China's growing role in the global scientific community.
Word Family of 哚
Compound Meaning
What does 吲哚 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 哚
哚 refers to indole, a compound important in organic chemistry.