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March 24, 2026
磷(燐)lín(lin2)
磷 (lín) refers to phosphorus, a chemical element essential for life, commonly found in fertilizers and biological molecules. It is often discussed in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and agriculture, where its role in plant growth and energy transfer is significant.
Strokes17Radical石Frequency#18730DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Phosphorus plays a crucial role in Chinese agriculture, especially in boosting rice and wheat yields, which are staples in the Chinese diet. Understanding its significance can enhance discussions about food security in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine '磷' as a glowing 'lin' (like a light) that nourishes plants. The character has a radical for stone (石), suggesting its mineral nature, and the pronunciation 'lín' can remind you of a 'linchpin' essential for growth.
Meanings of 磷
lín(lin2)
1phosphorus
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About 磷
磷Simplified
燐Traditional
17Strokes
石Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine '磷' as a glowing 'lin' (like a light) that nourishes plants. The character has a radical for stone (石), suggesting its mineral nature, and the pronunciation 'lín' can remind you of a 'linchpin' essential for growth.
Usage Notes
When discussing phosphorus, it's important to use the correct context—scientific or agricultural. Common mistakes include confusing 磷 with similar-sounding characters like 林 (lín, forest), which can lead to misunderstandings in conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 磷 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to other scientific terms that may appear in advanced studies. Focus on its applications in chemistry and how it relates to other elements like 碳 (tàn, carbon) and 氧 (yǎng, oxygen).
Cultural Note
Phosphorus plays a crucial role in Chinese agriculture, especially in boosting rice and wheat yields, which are staples in the Chinese diet. Understanding its significance can enhance discussions about food security in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 磷 with other characters due to similar pronunciation or appearance. For example, saying '林' (forest) instead of '磷' when discussing agricultural topics can lead to confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 磷
磷 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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流入湖中的泉水和河水携带了溶于水的硝酸盐和____酸盐。
Springs and rivers that drain into lakes carry dissolved nitrates and phosphates.
Example Sentences for 磷 (10)
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流入湖中的泉水和河水携带了溶于水的硝酸盐和磷酸盐。
liú rù hú zhōng de quán shuǐ hé hé shuǐ xié dài le róng yú shuǐ de xiāo suān yán hé lín suān yán。
Springs and rivers that drain into lakes carry dissolved nitrates and phosphates.
The tricalcium phosphate constituent is converted to phosphoric acid and calcium sulfate.
Cultural Notes for 磷
🏮Cultural insight
Phosphorus plays a crucial role in Chinese agriculture, especially in boosting rice and wheat yields, which are staples in the Chinese diet. Understanding its significance can enhance discussions about food security in China.
Word Family of 磷
Words Containing This Character14
磷línvariant of 磷[lín]燐
磷酸phosphoric acid
磷脂phospholipid
有机磷organic phosphate有機磷
磷光phosphorescence
磷酸盐phosphate磷酸鹽
白磷white phosphorus
磷肥phosphate fertilizer
卵磷脂lecithin (phospholipid found in egg yolk)
磷酸钙calcium phosphate (chemistry)磷酸鈣
磷灰石apatite
磷酸钠sodium phosphate (chemistry)磷酸鈉
磷火phosphorescence
红磷red phosphorus紅磷
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 磷
Phosphorus is vital for plant growth, helping in energy transfer and root development, making it a key component in fertilizers.
In scientific literature, 磷 is often discussed in relation to its chemical properties, its role in biochemistry, and its applications in agricultural practices.
