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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
钛tàititaniumnz, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #13329, Very Hard
钛tàititanium (chemistry)unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #13329, Very Hard
tài(tai4)tai T4
  1. 1titanium
  2. 2titanium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026

钛(鈦)tài(tai4)

钛 (tài) refers to titanium, a strong, lightweight metal commonly used in aerospace, medical devices, and various alloys. It is known for its resistance to corrosion and high strength-to-weight ratio, making it valuable in both industrial and medical applications.

Strokes9Radical钅Frequency#13329DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese modern industry, 钛 is celebrated for its applications in high-tech equipment and is often associated with advancements in aerospace technology, reflecting China's growing capabilities in engineering and manufacturing.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'tight' (sounds like 'tài') grip on a shiny titanium object, symbolizing strength and lightness. The character 钛 combines the metal radical 钅, representing metals, with the sound 'tài', helping you remember both its meaning and pronunciation.

Meanings of 钛

tài(tai4)
1titanium
2titanium (chemistry)
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About 钛

钛Simplified
鈦Traditional
9Strokes
钅Radical
其它专名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

钛 is primarily used in scientific contexts or technical discussions related to chemistry and materials. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words and ensure you use the correct tone (fourth tone) to convey the meaning accurately.

HSK Study Tips

Although 钛 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to the study of metals and materials science, which can be beneficial for students pursuing technical fields. Focus on the context of usage in science-related scenarios.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is mispronouncing 钛 as 'tǎi' (third tone), which changes the meaning. Always use the correct fourth tone 'tài' to refer to titanium.

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Etymology of 钛

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

Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 太 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鈦.

Memory hint

metal

Semantic (meaning)钅
+
Phonetic (sound)太
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Origin

钛 = 钅 + 太. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 钛

IDS Structure⿰钅太
钛Full character
=
钅jin1
left
太tai4
right
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Parts

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How to say titanium in Chinese

“titanium” in Chinese is钛tài

钛 (tài) refers to titanium, a strong, lightweight metal commonly used in aerospace, medical devices, and various alloys. It is known for its resistance to corrosion and high strength-to-weight ratio, making it valuable in both industrial and medical applications.

When to use 钛

钛 is primarily used in scientific contexts or technical discussions related to chemistry and materials. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words and ensure you use the correct tone (fourth tone) to convey the meaning accurately.

What learners get wrong

A common mistake is mispronouncing 钛 as 'tǎi' (third tone), which changes the meaning. Always use the correct fourth tone 'tài' to refer to titanium.

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Grammar patterns of 钛

钛 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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普通的陶瓷元件分别是____酸钡和锆钛酸铅.

Common ceramic elements are barium titanate and lead zirconate - titanate.

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普通的陶瓷元件分别是钛酸钡和锆钛酸铅.

pǔtōng de táocí yuán jiàn fēnbié shì tài suān bèi hé gào tài suān qiān.

Common ceramic elements are barium titanate and lead zirconate - titanate.

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Word Family of 钛

Words containing this character3
钛tàititanium (chemistry)鈦
二氧化钛titanium dioxide二氧化鈦
钛铁矿ilmenite FeTiO3鈦鐵礦
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Frequently asked questions about 钛

Titanium is crucial for its lightweight yet strong properties, making it ideal for aerospace engineering, medical implants, and high-performance materials.

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