Hidrógeno (en. Hydrogen)

/iˈðɾo.xe.no/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Colorless and odorless gas that is the lightest and most abundant element in the universe.
Hydrogen is used in the manufacture of fuels.
El hidrógeno se utiliza en la fabricación de combustibles.
Fundamental element in the formation of water.
Hydrogen and oxygen combine to form water.
El hidrógeno y el oxígeno se combinan para formar agua.

Etymology

From the Greek 'hydro' meaning water and 'genes' meaning generator.

Common Phrases and Expressions

liquid hydrogen
State of hydrogen at temperatures below its boiling point, used in various industrial processes.
hidrógeno líquido
hydrogen fuel
Type of energy produced with hydrogen, considered clean.
combustible de hidrógeno
hydrogen cycle
Process of obtaining, consuming, and recycling hydrogen in the industry.
ciclo del hidrógeno

Related Words

water
Compound formed by hydrogen and oxygen.
agua
oxygen
Element that combines with hydrogen to form water.
oxígeno
combustion
Chemical reaction in which hydrogen can be used as fuel.
combustión

Slang Meanings

Hydrogen as a source of energy in popular culture.
It is said that hydrogen is the 'fuel of the future'.
Se dice que el hidrógeno es el 'combustible del futuro'.
Referring to hydrogen in informal relationships or conversations.
When someone is said to have 'hydrogen' it means they are light or carefree.
Cuando se dice que alguien tiene 'hidrógeno' es que es ligero o despreocupado.