元素
A part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic. It can also refer to a chemical element in scientific contexts.
Examples
3 of 5氧气是空气中的重要元素。
Oxygen is an important element in the air.
他的作品融合了东西方艺术元素。
His work blends Eastern and Western artistic elements.
这首歌里有很多流行的元素。
There are many pop elements in this song.
Word Family
Memory Tip
元 means 'original' or 'basic'. Elements are the basic building blocks of something.
Quick Quiz
这部电影成功地结合了喜剧和动作___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 元素
Examples
氧气是空气中的重要元素。
everydayOxygen is an important element in the air.
他的作品融合了东西方艺术元素。
formalHis work blends Eastern and Western artistic elements.
这首歌里有很多流行的元素。
informalThere are many pop elements in this song.
分析化学反应中的基本元素至关重要。
academicAnalyzing the basic elements in a chemical reaction is crucial.
成功的营销策略包含多个核心元素。
businessA successful marketing strategy contains several core elements.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
关键元素
key element
视觉元素
visual element
微量元素
trace element
Often Confused With
要素 usually refers to essential requirements or factors, while 元素 refers to parts or chemical components.
Usage Notes
Use this when analyzing literature, art, or chemistry in academic tasks.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using it for human 'members' of a group; use 成员 instead.
Memory Tip
元 means 'original' or 'basic'. Elements are the basic building blocks of something.
Word Origin
元 (primary) + 素 (plain/original material).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
这部电影成功地结合了喜剧和动作___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 元素
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