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鋰 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
鋰lǐlithiumx, 15 strokes, radical 釒
lǐ(li3) T3
  1. 1lithium
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March 24, 2026

鋰lǐ(li3)

The character 鋰 (lǐ) represents lithium, a chemical element commonly used in batteries and various industrial applications. It is known for its lightweight properties and high electrochemical potential, making it essential in modern technology. In everyday contexts, it may be encountered in discussions about energy sources, electronics, and materials science.

Strokes15Radical釒
Cultural Note

Lithium is significant in China not only for its industrial applications but also for its role in the country's push for electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions. The growing lithium industry is tied to China’s efforts in sustainable development and innovation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a light, shiny metal that 'leaps' (sounds like 'lǐ') into action in your gadgets. The character 鋰 is composed of the radical for metal (金) on the left, suggesting its nature as a metal, and the phonetic component 里 (lǐ), which can remind you of 'leaping' into modern technology.

Meanings of 鋰

lǐ(li3)
1lithium
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About 鋰

鋰Simplified
15Strokes
釒Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 鋰

Usage Notes

When using the word 鋰, be aware that it is primarily used in scientific or technical contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words or using it in everyday conversation where simpler terms might suffice. It is not typically used in formal greetings or casual dialogues.

HSK Study Tips

While 鋰 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, understanding it can enhance your grasp of scientific terminology in Chinese. Focus on the radicals, such as 金 for 'metal,' and how they relate to other materials or elements you may encounter in your studies.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 鋰 by using the wrong tone, such as saying 'li' with a first tone instead of the third tone 'lǐ'. Additionally, some may confuse it with other similar-sounding characters related to different metals.

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Pronunciation of 鋰

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Etymology of 鋰

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

Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 里 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鋰.

Memory Hint

metal

Semantic (meaning)釒
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Phonetic (sound)里
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Case file: 鋰

Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 里 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鋰.

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

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 鋰?

Decomposition of 鋰

IDS Structure⿰釒里
鋰Full Character
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釒jin1
left
里li3
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 鋰?

How to say lithium in Chinese

“lithium” in Chinese is鋰lǐ

The character 鋰 (lǐ) represents lithium, a chemical element commonly used in batteries and various industrial applications. It is known for its lightweight properties and high electrochemical potential, making it essential in modern technology. In everyday contexts, it may be encountered in discussions about energy sources, electronics, and materials science.

When to use 鋰

When using the word 鋰, be aware that it is primarily used in scientific or technical contexts. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words or using it in everyday conversation where simpler terms might suffice. It is not typically used in formal greetings or casual dialogues.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 鋰 by using the wrong tone, such as saying 'li' with a first tone instead of the third tone 'lǐ'. Additionally, some may confuse it with other similar-sounding characters related to different metals.

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鋰

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Word Family of 鋰

Words Containing This Character2
锂lǐlithium (chemistry)鋰
锂电池lithium battery鋰電池
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Compound Meaning

What does 锂 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 鋰

Lithium is critical for rechargeable batteries, especially in electric vehicles and portable electronics.

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