electrón
“electrón” means “electron” in Spanish (subatomic particle).
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Un átomo tiene un núcleo rodeado por electrones.
A2An atom has a nucleus surrounded by electrons.
La corriente eléctrica es el movimiento de los electrones a través de un cable.
B1Electric current is the movement of electrons through a wire.
El microscopio de electrones nos permite ver cosas que son invisibles a simple vista.
C1The electron microscope allows us to see things that are invisible to the naked eye.
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What is the correct plural form of 'electrón'?
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Derived from the Greek word 'ēlektron', which actually means 'amber.' Ancient people noticed that rubbing amber caused it to attract small objects, which we now know was static electricity.
First recorded: 19th century (in its modern scientific sense)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'electrón' change based on the gender of who is speaking?
No, 'electrón' is a scientific noun with a fixed masculine gender. It always uses 'el' or 'un' regardless of who is talking.
Why does the accent disappear in 'electrones'?
Spanish spelling rules state that if a word ends in 's' and the stress is on the second-to-last syllable (which happens when we add -es), it doesn't need a written accent mark.
Is it used in any common slang?
No, 'electrón' is strictly a scientific and technical term. You won't usually hear it in casual street slang.