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啶 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
dìngin chemistry, -dinex, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
dìngidine (chemistry)unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
dìng(ding4) T4
  1. 1in chemistry, -dine
  2. 2idine (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
dìng(ding4)

The character 啶 (dìng) is primarily used in the field of chemistry to denote a specific type of compound known as 'dine' or 'idine.' It is not commonly used in everyday language, making it mostly relevant for scientific discussions or literature related to chemistry.

Strokes11RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese chemistry education, terminology like 啶 is crucial for scientific literacy. Familiarity with such specialized terms reflects the emphasis on STEM education in China, where understanding chemical compounds is essential for advancements in technology and medicine.

Memory Tip

Think of the character 啶 as a 'ding' sound that represents a chemical compound. The radical '口' (kǒu) resembles a mouth, suggesting communication about chemicals, while '啶' sounds like 'ding,' a sharp sound you might associate with a scientific discovery.

Meanings of 啶

dìng(ding4)
1in chemistry, -dine
2idine (chemistry)
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About 啶

Simplified
11Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 啶

Memory Mnemonic

Think of the character 啶 as a 'ding' sound that represents a chemical compound. The radical '口' (kǒu) resembles a mouth, suggesting communication about chemicals, while '啶' sounds like 'ding,' a sharp sound you might associate with a scientific discovery.

Usage Notes

This character is very specific to chemistry, so it may not be recognized outside of scientific contexts. Learners should use it in discussions about compounds or chemical reactions to avoid confusion. Be aware of its pronunciation, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings in a lab setting.

HSK Study Tips

Although 啶 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can aid in the comprehension of scientific texts. Students should focus on the context in which it appears, as it often accompanies other chemical terms, enhancing their overall scientific vocabulary.

Cultural Note

In Chinese chemistry education, terminology like 啶 is crucial for scientific literacy. Familiarity with such specialized terms reflects the emphasis on STEM education in China, where understanding chemical compounds is essential for advancements in technology and medicine.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 啶 with similar-sounding words or characters. For example, using 啶 in a non-chemical context may lead to confusion; instead, use it specifically for discussing chemical compounds.

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Pronunciation of 啶

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Etymology of 啶

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

mouth

Semantic (meaning)
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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 啶?

Decomposition of 啶

IDS Structure⿰口定
Full Character
=
kou3
left
ding4
right
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Write 啶

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Grammar Patterns of 啶

啶 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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Complete the Sentence

另两个为胸腺嘧____和胞嘧啶, 即称为嘧啶的单环结构.

The other two, thymine and cytosine, are single ring structures called pyrimidines.

Example Sentences for 啶 (2)

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另两个为胸腺嘧啶和胞嘧啶, 即称为嘧啶的单环结构.

lìng liǎng gè wéi xiōng xiàn mì dìng hé bāo mì dìng, , jí chēng wéi mì dìng de dān huán jié.

The other two, thymine and cytosine, are single ring structures called pyrimidines.
2
聚丁二烯经一系列反应转变成丙啶基化合物 ( 聚丁二烯亚胺 ).

jù dīng èr xī jīng yī xì liè fǎn yīng zhuǎn biàn chéng bǐng dìng jī huà hé wù( ( jù dīng èr xī yà).

Polybutadiene is changed to an aziridinyl compound ( polybutadieneimine ) by a series of reactions.

Cultural Notes for 啶

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese chemistry education, terminology like 啶 is crucial for scientific literacy. Familiarity with such specialized terms reflects the emphasis on STEM education in China, where understanding chemical compounds is essential for advancements in technology and medicine.

Word Family of 啶

Words Containing This Character6
嘧啶pyrimidine C4H4N2
dìngidine (chemistry)
吡啶pyridine C5H5N (loanword)
哌啶piperidine (chemistry) (loanword)
胞嘧啶cytosine nucleotide (C, pairs with guanine G 鳥嘌呤|鸟嘌呤 in DNA and RNA)
尿嘧啶uracil nucleotide (U, pairs with adenine A 腺嘌呤 in RNA)
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Compound Meaning

What does 嘧啶 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 啶

It refers to 'dine' or 'idine,' types of chemical compounds.