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铍píberylliumg, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #23682, Very Hard
铍píberyllium (chemistry)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #23682, Very Hard
铍pīberylliumg, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #23682, Very Hard
铍pīberyllium (chemistry)unknown, 10 strokes, radical 钅, rank #23682, Very Hard
pī(pi1)pi
primary
T1
  1. 1beryllium
  2. 2beryllium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026

铍(鈹)pī(pi1)

铍 (pī) refers to the chemical element beryllium, which is a lightweight and strong metal often used in aerospace and nuclear applications. In chemistry, it is denoted by the symbol Be and is known for its unique properties, such as high melting point and low density. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, mainly appearing in scientific contexts.

Strokes10Radical钅Frequency#23682DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In China, beryllium is significant in the context of the country's growing aerospace industry, where lightweight materials are crucial for efficiency. Understanding such elements can help learners grasp modern advancements in Chinese technology.

Memory tip

Think of '铍' as a 'p' in the shape of a metal beam. The radical '金' (metal) on the left emphasizes that it’s a metal, while the '比' (bǐ) sounds like 'bee', reminding you that beryllium is a 'lightweight bee' of metals, buzzing around in scientific labs.

Meanings of 铍

pī(pi1)
primary
1beryllium
2beryllium (chemistry)
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铍Simplified
鈹Traditional
10Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When discussing beryllium, it's important to note that it is often used in a technical or scientific context, which may require specialized vocabulary. Avoid using it in casual conversations about metals, as it may confuse listeners. Also, be careful with the pronunciation; the tone is crucial to convey the correct meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 铍 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for learners interested in chemistry or engineering. Familiarizing yourself with chemical elements and their properties can enhance your technical vocabulary in Chinese. Focus on learning related terms like '金属' (jīnshǔ, metal) and '元素' (yuánsù, element).

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 铍 (beryllium) with other metals due to similar pronunciation. For example, mixing it up with 铜 (tóng, copper) is common; remember that 铍 is a specific metal used in specialized fields.

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Etymology of 铍

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

Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 皮 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鈹.

Memory hint

metal

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

铍 = 钅 + 皮. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 铍

IDS Structure⿰钅皮
铍Full character
=
钅jin1
left
皮Pi2
right
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How to say beryllium in Chinese

“beryllium” in Chinese is铍pí

铍 (pī) refers to the chemical element beryllium, which is a lightweight and strong metal often used in aerospace and nuclear applications. In chemistry, it is denoted by the symbol Be and is known for its unique properties, such as high melting point and low density. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, mainly appearing in scientific contexts.

When to use 铍

When discussing beryllium, it's important to note that it is often used in a technical or scientific context, which may require specialized vocabulary. Avoid using it in casual conversations about metals, as it may confuse listeners. Also, be careful with the pronunciation; the tone is crucial to convey the correct meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 铍 (beryllium) with other metals due to similar pronunciation. For example, mixing it up with 铜 (tóng, copper) is common; remember that 铍 is a specific metal used in specialized fields.

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Word Family of 铍

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铍pīberyllium (chemistry)鈹

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Beryllium is valued for its strength and lightweight properties, making it essential in aerospace and military applications.

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