unknown, 14 strokes, radical 钅, rank #75973, Very Hard
fèi(fei4) T4
1fermium
2fermium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
镄(鐨)fèi(fei4)
The character 镄 (fèi) refers specifically to the chemical element fermium, which is a transuranium element and part of the actinide series. It is primarily discussed in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and nuclear physics, and is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Strokes14Radical钅Frequency#75973DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Fermium is named after physicist Enrico Fermi, who contributed significantly to nuclear physics, reflecting the importance of scientific advancement in modern Chinese education and culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'fey' fairy (sounds like 'fei') holding a shiny metal, representing fermium. The character 镄 has the metal radical (金) on the left, indicating its connection to metals and chemistry. Visualize the fairy using her magical metal in experiments.
Meanings of 镄
fèi(fei4)
1fermium
2fermium (chemistry)
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About 镄
镄Simplified
鐨Traditional
14Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 镄
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'fey' fairy (sounds like 'fei') holding a shiny metal, representing fermium. The character 镄 has the metal radical (金) on the left, indicating its connection to metals and chemistry. Visualize the fairy using her magical metal in experiments.
Usage Notes
Since 镄 is a specialized term, it is used predominantly in academic or scientific contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding characters or terms. It is not commonly used in informal settings or casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 镄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, students studying chemistry or related fields might encounter it. Focus on understanding related scientific terms and practice their pronunciation and usage in context.
Cultural Note
Fermium is named after physicist Enrico Fermi, who contributed significantly to nuclear physics, reflecting the importance of scientific advancement in modern Chinese education and culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 镄 with characters that sound similar, such as 非 (fēi) meaning 'not' or 'non-'. It’s important to remember that 镄 specifically relates to the element fermium and should be used only in appropriate contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 镄
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Fermium is named after physicist Enrico Fermi, who contributed significantly to nuclear physics, reflecting the importance of scientific advancement in modern Chinese education and culture.
Word Family of 镄
Words Containing This Character1
镄fèifermium (chemistry)鐨
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 镄
It is pronounced as 'fèi'.
No, it is primarily used in scientific contexts and is not common in daily language.
It is associated with chemistry and nuclear physics.
