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“ion” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiion

Example

水の中にはさまざまなイオンがあります。mizu no naka ni wa sa ma za ma na i o n ga a ri ma su

There are various ions in water.

Illustration for イオン (ion)

How to say “ion” in Japanese

“Ion” in Japanese is イオン (ion).

Refers to an atom or group of atoms that carries an electric charge after gaining or losing electrons.

Full entry for イオン: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with イオン

電池の中ではイオンが移動します。den chi no naka de wa i o n ga i dō shi ma su

Ions move inside a battery.

Tips for using イオン

  • Ion exchange is used in water softeners, where calcium ions in water are exchanged for sodium ions held in a resin.

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