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钷pǒpromethiumg, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #71882, Very Hard
钷pǒpromethium (chemistry)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #71882, Very Hard
pǒ(po3)po T3
  1. 1promethium
  2. 2promethium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026

钷(鉕)pǒ(po3)

钷 (pǒ) refers to the chemical element promethium, which is a rare earth metal and part of the lanthanide series. In common usage, it is primarily encountered in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and physics, where it is discussed in relation to its properties and applications.

Strokes10Radical钅Frequency#71882DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

Promethium is named after Prometheus, the figure from Greek mythology who stole fire from the gods. This connection reflects the element's significance in the realm of discovery and innovation, paralleling China's focus on scientific advancement.

Memory tip

Imagine a pot (钷 looks like a pot) filled with a magical metallic substance that glows in the dark - this is promethium. The 'p' in pǒ can remind you of 'promethium', and the character's shape can evoke imagery of a pot holding something valuable and rare.

Meanings of 钷

pǒ(po3)
1promethium
2promethium (chemistry)
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钷Simplified
鉕Traditional
10Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Be mindful that 钷 is a technical term and is rarely used in everyday conversations. It is primarily used in formal scientific discussions or texts. Ensure correct pronunciation with the third tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

While 钷 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be beneficial for learners interested in chemistry or scientific terminology. It's a good opportunity to connect with other HSK vocabulary related to elements and science.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 钷 with other similar characters like 铽 (tè), which refers to a different element. Always check the context to ensure you are using the correct term for promethium.

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Etymology of 钷

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

metal

Semantic (meaning)钅
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Phonetic (sound)叵
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Origin

钷 = 钅 + 叵. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 钷

IDS Structure⿰钅叵
钷Full character
=
钅jin1
left
叵po3
right
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How to say promethium in Chinese

“promethium” in Chinese is钷pǒ

钷 (pǒ) refers to the chemical element promethium, which is a rare earth metal and part of the lanthanide series. In common usage, it is primarily encountered in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and physics, where it is discussed in relation to its properties and applications.

When to use 钷

Be mindful that 钷 is a technical term and is rarely used in everyday conversations. It is primarily used in formal scientific discussions or texts. Ensure correct pronunciation with the third tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 钷 with other similar characters like 铽 (tè), which refers to a different element. Always check the context to ensure you are using the correct term for promethium.

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Word Family of 钷

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钷pǒpromethium (chemistry)鉕

Frequently asked questions about 钷

Promethium is important for its radioactive properties and is used in specialized applications like atomic batteries.

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