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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBeryllium
/bəˈrɪl.i.əm/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A chemical element with the symbol Be and atomic number 4, known for its lightweight and high strength.
"Beryllium is used in aerospace components due to its excellent strength-to-weight ratio." - 2
A rare element that is toxic in its dust form and is used in various industrial applications.
"Workers handling beryllium must follow strict safety protocols to avoid inhalation of its dust."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'beryllium' originates from the Greek word 'beryllos', which referred to a precious stone. The element was first isolated in the early 19th century, and its name reflects its mineral origins.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Beryllium" is said worldwide
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Béryllium
Transliteration: Béryllium
"Le béryllium est utilisé dans les composants aérospatiaux."
Beryllium
Transliteration: Beryllium
"Beryllium wird in der Luft- und Raumfahrttechnik eingesetzt."
Berillio
Transliteration: Berillio
"Il berillio è usato nei componenti aerospaziali."
Berilio
Transliteration: Berilio
"El berilio se utiliza en componentes aeroespaciales."
Berílio
Transliteration: Berílio
"O berílio é usado em componentes aeroespaciais."
बेरिलियम
Transliteration: Berilium
"बेरिलियम का उपयोग एयरोस्पेस घटकों में किया जाता है।"
铍
Transliteration: Pí
"铍用于航空航天组件。"
베릴륨
Transliteration: Berillyum
"베릴륨은 항공 우주 부품에 사용됩니다."
ベリリウム
Transliteration: Beririumu
"ベリリウムは航空宇宙部品に使用されます。"
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