English–Japanese
“oxidation” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisanka
Example
鉄は空気に触れると酸化します。tetsu wa kū ki ni fu re ru to san ka shi ma su
Iron oxidizes when it comes into contact with air.
How to say “oxidation” in Japanese
“Oxidation” in Japanese is 酸化 (sanka).
Refers to a substance becoming chemically altered as it gives up electrons, with oxygen often involved.
Example sentences with 酸化
油は光に当たると酸化が進みます。abura wa hikari ni a ta ru to san ka ga susu mi ma su
Oil oxidizes when exposed to light.
Tips for using 酸化
- The word oxidation is common in explanations of why cut apples turn brown, so it applies beyond visible rust on metal.