Explore meanings, explanations, related words, synonyms, antonyms, translations, sentences, FAQ, for the word: Nonmetal
Meanings of Nonmetal
Noun
A type of element that is not a metal, like phosphorus or chlorine. Nonmetals can be found in gases or solids and usually do not shine or conduct electricity well.
Explanation of the word: Nonmetal
A nonmetal is a type of material that is not shiny and does not conduct heat or electricity well. They can be found in things like air and water.
Search another word:
Translations for the word: Nonmetal
hindi
गैरधातु
gairdhaatu
गैरधातु
gairdhaatu
गैरधात्विक
gairdhaatvik
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Nonmetal
A nonmetal is a type of element that usually does not conduct electricity well and is not shiny. They can be gases, liquids, or brittle solids.
You pronounce 'nonmetal' like this: non-met-al.
The word 'nonmetal' comes from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'metal', which refers to a group of elements that are shiny and good conductors of heat and electricity.
The word 'nonmetal' in Hindi is 'गैर धातु' (Gair Dhātu).