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March 24, 2026
镱(鐿)yì(yi4)
The character 镱 (yì) refers to the chemical element ytterbium, which is a rare earth metal. It is primarily used in various industrial applications, including electronics and materials science. In contexts involving chemistry or discussions about the periodic table, this character is often encountered.
Strokes18Radical钅Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the study of metals and chemistry is often associated with traditional alchemy, which sought to transform base metals into precious ones, reflecting a long history of scientific inquiry.
Memory Tip
Imagine a shiny, silver metal (like a coin) that you can 'YEE' (pronounced like 'yì') at, because it’s rare and valuable! The character 镱 includes the radical for metal (金) which reminds you that it’s a metallic element.
Meanings of 镱
yì(yi4)
1ytterbium
2ytterbium (chemistry)
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About 镱
镱Simplified
鐿Traditional
18Strokes
钅Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a shiny, silver metal (like a coin) that you can 'YEE' (pronounced like 'yì') at, because it’s rare and valuable! The character 镱 includes the radical for metal (金) which reminds you that it’s a metallic element.
Usage Notes
This character is primarily used in scientific contexts, so it's less likely to be encountered in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters; pronunciation is key, and it's important to use the correct tone (yì with a falling tone).
HSK Study Tips
Although 镱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, its connection to chemistry can help reinforce related vocabulary about elements and materials. Students should focus on pronunciation and recognizing the character in scientific texts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the study of metals and chemistry is often associated with traditional alchemy, which sought to transform base metals into precious ones, reflecting a long history of scientific inquiry.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly pronounce 镱 as 'yi' instead of 'yì', missing the tonal distinction. Another common error is using it in casual conversation, where it is rarely applicable.
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Cultural Notes for 镱
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the study of metals and chemistry is often associated with traditional alchemy, which sought to transform base metals into precious ones, reflecting a long history of scientific inquiry.
Word Family of 镱
Words Containing This Character1
镱yìytterbium (chemistry)鐿
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Compound Meaning
What does 镱 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 镱
镱 represents ytterbium, a rare earth element important in modern technology.
No, it is specialized vocabulary primarily used in scientific contexts.
