helium
Translation
helium
Examples
Balloons are often filled with helium.
Balloons are often filled with helium.
Helium is lighter than air.
Helium is lighter than air.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) helium the chemical element helium Helium is a very light gas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (other noble gases) argon, neon
Etymology
From Greek 'hēlios' meaning 'sun', because it was first detected in the sun's spectrum.
Memory Tips
Think of the high-pitched voice you get after inhaling from a helium balloon.