unknown, 7 strokes, radical 钅, rank #73747, Very Hard
liǎo(liao3) T3
1ruthenium
2ruthenium (chemistry)
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March 24, 2026
钌(釕)liǎo(liao3)
钌 (liǎo) refers to the chemical element ruthenium, which is a rare transition metal in the platinum group. It is commonly used in electronics and as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. In scientific contexts, this character is primarily encountered in chemistry and materials science.
Strokes7Radical钅Frequency#73747DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In China, the use of rare metals like ruthenium is significant in industries such as electronics and jewelry, reflecting the country's advancements in technology and innovation in material sciences.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'liar' (sounds like 'liǎo') who is always wearing a shiny metal suit made of ruthenium. The character 钌 has the 'metal' radical 钅, indicating it's a metal element, while '了' adds the nuance of completion or finality, as if the liar has finally found the perfect metal to wear.
Meanings of 钌
liǎo(liao3)
1ruthenium
2ruthenium (chemistry)
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About 钌
钌Simplified
釕Traditional
7Strokes
钅Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'liar' (sounds like 'liǎo') who is always wearing a shiny metal suit made of ruthenium. The character 钌 has the 'metal' radical 钅, indicating it's a metal element, while '了' adds the nuance of completion or finality, as if the liar has finally found the perfect metal to wear.
Usage Notes
钌 is primarily used in scientific and technical contexts, so it's important to know that it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Ensure you use the correct tone (third tone) to avoid confusion with other characters. Common collocations include '钌催化剂' (ruthenium catalyst) and '钌合金' (ruthenium alloy).
HSK Study Tips
Although 钌 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is relevant for learners interested in chemistry or materials science vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding its usage in chemical contexts and practice associating it with other metals like 铂 (platinum) and 钯 (palladium).
Cultural Note
In China, the use of rare metals like ruthenium is significant in industries such as electronics and jewelry, reflecting the country's advancements in technology and innovation in material sciences.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 钌 with similar-sounding characters, such as ‘了’ (le), which can lead to misunderstanding. For example, saying '我有钌' (wǒ yǒu liǎo) incorrectly conveys 'I have completed' instead of 'I have ruthenium.'
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Cultural Notes for 钌
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In China, the use of rare metals like ruthenium is significant in industries such as electronics and jewelry, reflecting the country's advancements in technology and innovation in material sciences.
Word Family of 钌
Words Containing This Character1
钌liǎoTaiwan pr. [liǎo]釕
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Frequently Asked Questions about 钌
No, 钌 is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in chemistry and materials science.
钌 is pronounced as 'liǎo', with a third tone.
Ruthenium is used in electronics, as a catalyst in chemical reactions, and in making certain alloys.
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