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[てつ()]
tetsu
noun, no adjective, noun, used as a prefix, noun, used as a suffix

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[てつ()]
tetsu
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English Meaning(s) for 鉄

noun
  1. iron (Fe)
no adjective, noun
  1. strong and hard (as iron)
noun, noun, used as a suffix, noun, used as a prefix
  1. railway
noun, noun, used as a prefix
  1. railway enthusiast

Definition and Synonyms for 鉄

Smoothing Iron home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth
Synonyms: アイロン, , , 黒金
Atomic Number 26 a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element
Synonyms: , , 黒金
Atomic Number 26 is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts
Synonyms: , , 黒金
Atomic Number 26 used in construction and tools and armament
Synonyms: , , 黒金
Atomic Number 26 plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood
Synonyms: , , 黒金

Meanings for each kanji in 鉄

» iron

Categories 鉄 is a member of

Metal any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.
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Household Appliance an appliance that does a particular job in the home
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Sample Sentences for 鉄

Gold's heavier than iron.
The Golden Gate Bridge is made of iron.
An iron curtain has descended across the Continent.
He can bend an iron rod with his hands.
The atomic number for iron is 26.

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