helium
Translation
helium
Examples
Balloons are often filled with helium.
Balloons are often filled with helium.
Helium is the second lightest element.
Helium is the second lightest element.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a chemical element Helium is a very light gas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none. Related concepts: noble gas, element.
Etymology
From Greek 'hēlios' meaning 'sun', as it was first detected in the sun's spectrum.
Memory Tips
Think of a high-pitched voice from a helium balloon, rising up like the sun ('helios').