unknown, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #92758, Very Hard
tǎn(tan3) T3
1tantalum
2tantalum (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
钽(鉭)tǎn(tan3)
钽 (tǎn) refers to tantalum, a chemical element with the symbol Ta and atomic number 73. It is primarily used in electronics for capacitors and high-power resistors. The term is mainly used in scientific and industrial contexts, particularly in discussions about materials and their properties.
Strokes10Radical钅Frequency#92758DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Tantalum is crucial in modern technology, particularly in the production of mobile phones and computers. Understanding its applications can provide insight into China's growing role in global electronics manufacturing.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'tan' (tǎn) person who is so attracted to tantalum that they dive into a pool of shiny metal. The character 钽 resembles an anchor (metal) and the 't' sound is like the initial in 'tantalum'. Picture them anchored in their love for this valuable element.
Meanings of 钽
tǎn(tan3)
1tantalum
2tantalum (chemistry)
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About 钽
钽Simplified
鉭Traditional
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钅Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'tan' (tǎn) person who is so attracted to tantalum that they dive into a pool of shiny metal. The character 钽 resembles an anchor (metal) and the 't' sound is like the initial in 'tantalum'. Picture them anchored in their love for this valuable element.
Usage Notes
While钽 is mostly used in technical or scientific discussions, ensure you pronounce it correctly with the third tone (tǎn), as mispronouncing it might lead to confusion with other words. It's less common in everyday conversation, so use it primarily in academic or professional settings.
HSK Study Tips
钽 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, which means it is more specialized. If you're studying chemistry or engineering terms, focus on its usage in material science and how it interacts with other chemical elements.
Cultural Note
Tantalum is crucial in modern technology, particularly in the production of mobile phones and computers. Understanding its applications can provide insight into China's growing role in global electronics manufacturing.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 钽 (tǎn) with other similar-sounding words, such as 蛋 (dàn, egg). Be careful to differentiate by context and tone, since they have completely different meanings.
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Cultural Notes for 钽
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Tantalum is crucial in modern technology, particularly in the production of mobile phones and computers. Understanding its applications can provide insight into China's growing role in global electronics manufacturing.
Word Family of 钽
Words Containing This Character1
钽tǎntantalum (chemistry)鉭
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 钽
Tantalum is essential in the production of capacitors used in smartphones, laptops, and other electronic devices due to its high melting point and excellent conductivity.
钽 is pronounced as 'tǎn' with a third tone, which is a falling-rising tone in Mandarin.
No,钽 is primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts, not in daily discussions.
