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“element” in Chinese

Chinese

Also要素 (yào sù)

Pronunciation

Pinyinyuán sù

Example

氢是一种轻的元素。qīng shì yì zhǒng qīng de yuán sù

Hydrogen is a light element.

Illustration for 元素 (element)

How to say “element” in Chinese

“Element” in Chinese is 元素 (yuán sù).

A basic building block that forms a larger substance, system, or idea.

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

Example sentences with 元素

周期表显示了已知的元素及其性质。zhōu qī biǎo xiǎn shì le yǐ zhī de yuán sù jí qí xìng zhì

The periodic table shows the known elements and their properties.

Tips for using 元素

  • In everyday Chinese, this word can describe a feature of a design, story, or social situation, not only a chemical substance.

Other Chinese words for “element”

信任是合作的重要要素。xìn rèn shì hé zuò de zhòng yào yào sù

Trust is an important element of cooperation.

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