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Imagine a shiny chrome bumper on a car (铬 sounds like 'gè', which can remind you of 'glisten'). The character has the metal radical '金' (jīn) on the left, indicating its metallic nature, and '各' (gè) on the right, which can be visualized as different parts coming together, just like chromium combines with other metals.
铬 is primarily used in technical and scientific contexts, so it may not be encountered in casual conversation. Ensure you use the correct pronunciation with the fourth tone (gè) to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words. Common collocations include 铬合金 (chromium alloy) and 铬酸 (chromic acid).
While 铬 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to other chemistry-related terms that learners might encounter in advanced studies. Focus on familiarizing yourself with related vocabulary in the context of science and industry, as well as the tonal pronunciation.
In Chinese culture, the use of metals, including chromium, is significant in industries like manufacturing and technology, reflecting the country's rapid industrialization. Chromium's contribution to stainless steel is crucial for the production of kitchenware and utensils, which are important in Chinese culinary practices.
Learners often mistakenly pronounce 铬 as 'gé' instead of the correct 'gè'. Additionally, some may confuse it with similar-sounding words that have different meanings, so paying attention to tone is crucial.
Pronunciation of 铬
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Etymology of 铬
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 各 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鉻.
metal
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Grammar Patterns of 铬
铬 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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____铁矿及(或)菱镁矿化通常是与蛇绿岩有关.
Chromite and / or magnesite mineralization is usually related to the ophiolites.
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Cultural Notes for 铬
In Chinese culture, the use of metals, including chromium, is significant in industries like manufacturing and technology, reflecting the country's rapid industrialization. Chromium's contribution to stainless steel is crucial for the production of kitchenware and utensils, which are important in Chinese culinary practices.
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Chromium is essential in producing stainless steel and various metal alloys, enhancing strength and resistance to corrosion.
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