unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
bǎ
archaic variant of 耙[pa2]
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
bǎ
Taiwan pr. [ba1]
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
pá
palladium
g, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
pá
palladium (chemistry)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
pá
archaic variant of 耙[pa2]
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
钯
pá
Taiwan pr. [ba1]
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 钅, rank #41706, Very Hard
bǎ(ba3)
primary
T3
1palladium
2palladium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
钯(鈀)bǎ(ba3)
The character 钯 (bǎ) refers to palladium, a rare metal used in various industrial applications, including electronics and catalytic converters. It is also an archaic writing form related to the character 耙 (pá), which means rake. In modern contexts, it is primarily recognized in chemistry and metallurgy.
Strokes9Radical钅Frequency#41706DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Palladium has importance in modern technology, notably in the automotive industry for catalytic converters, which help reduce harmful emissions. Its role reflects China's growing focus on environmental issues and technological advancement.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'bar' of shiny, silver-colored metal that looks like a rake. The 'b' sound in 'bar' can help you remember the pronunciation of 钯 (bǎ), while the radical 钅 (metal) emphasizes its connection to metals like palladium.
Meanings of 钯
bǎ(ba3)
primary
1palladium
2palladium (chemistry)
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钯Simplified
鈀Traditional
9Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'bar' of shiny, silver-colored metal that looks like a rake. The 'b' sound in 'bar' can help you remember the pronunciation of 钯 (bǎ), while the radical 钅 (metal) emphasizes its connection to metals like palladium.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 钯 (bǎ) with 耙 (pá), as they have similar pronunciations but different meanings. This character is more formal and often found in scientific contexts, so it's not commonly used in everyday conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 钯 (bǎ) is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this character can enhance your knowledge of metals and chemistry terms. Focus on related vocabulary in chemistry to make connections with other HSK words.
Cultural Note
Palladium has importance in modern technology, notably in the automotive industry for catalytic converters, which help reduce harmful emissions. Its role reflects China's growing focus on environmental issues and technological advancement.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 钯 (bǎ) with the similar-sounding 耙 (pá). For example, saying '我买了钯' (I bought palladium) when they meant to refer to a rake, which should be '耙'.
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Cultural Notes for 钯
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Palladium has importance in modern technology, notably in the automotive industry for catalytic converters, which help reduce harmful emissions. Its role reflects China's growing focus on environmental issues and technological advancement.
Word Family of 钯
Words Containing This Character1
钯bǎTaiwan pr. [bā]鈀
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Compound Meaning
What does 钯 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 钯
Palladium is crucial for catalytic converters in cars, aiding in reducing emissions.
No, 钯 is primarily used in scientific and technical contexts rather than in daily language.
The correct pronunciation is 'bǎ', with a falling tone.
