unknown, 12 strokes, radical 钅, rank #97145, Very Hard
kāi(kai1) T1
1caesium
2californium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
锎(鐦)kāi(kai1)
The character 锎 (kāi) refers specifically to the chemical elements caesium and californium. It is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry, and may appear in discussions about elements on the periodic table or in chemical research.
Strokes12Radical钅Frequency#97145DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese scientific literature, characters representing chemical elements often have specific meanings that reflect the element's properties or origins. For instance, 锎 represents elements that are significant in technological advancements and research.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'key' (sounds like 'kāi') that unlocks the secrets of chemistry. The character has a metal radical (金) which signifies its connection to metals like caesium and californium, both of which are elements found on the periodic table.
Meanings of 锎
kāi(kai1)
1caesium
2californium (chemistry)
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About 锎
锎Simplified
鐦Traditional
12Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'key' (sounds like 'kāi') that unlocks the secrets of chemistry. The character has a metal radical (金) which signifies its connection to metals like caesium and californium, both of which are elements found on the periodic table.
Usage Notes
This character is generally used in formal scientific contexts, so it may not be common in everyday conversation. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with other characters that sound similar, particularly in writing. The character is usually used in the context of discussing specific elements.
HSK Study Tips
Although 锎 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with chemistry-related vocabulary that might be found in advanced studies. Students should focus on understanding the periodic table and how this character is used within that context.
Cultural Note
In Chinese scientific literature, characters representing chemical elements often have specific meanings that reflect the element's properties or origins. For instance, 锎 represents elements that are significant in technological advancements and research.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 锎 with similarly pronounced characters, leading to incorrect usage in scientific contexts. For example, using 锎 instead of 钾 (potassium) can lead to confusion in discussions about chemical elements.
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Cultural Notes for 锎
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In Chinese scientific literature, characters representing chemical elements often have specific meanings that reflect the element's properties or origins. For instance, 锎 represents elements that are significant in technological advancements and research.
Word Family of 锎
Words Containing This Character1
锎kāicalifornium (chemistry)鐦
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What does 锎 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 锎
It means caesium and californium, which are chemical elements.
No, it is primarily used in scientific and academic contexts.
You can think of it as 'kāi', like a 'key' that opens the door to understanding chemistry.
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