aluminum
Translation
aluminium
Examples
This can is made of aluminum.
This can is made of aluminium.
Aluminum foil is useful for cooking.
Aluminium foil is useful for cooking.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) aluminium This can is made of aluminium.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none (it's an element); Related concepts: metal, foil, can
Etymology
From Latin 'alumen' (alum). The '-um' ending is common for chemical elements.
Memory Tips
Note the spelling difference: American 'aluminum' vs. British 'aluminium'. Picture a shiny aluminum can.