Pion Meaning in English

word

US

ˈpaɪˌɑn

PY-ahn

UK

pɪˈɒn

pi-ON

Definition

A pion is a type of subatomic particle involved in holding together the parts of an atomic nucleus; it is important in nuclear physics.

Usage & Nuances

'Pion' is a technical term used mainly in physics, especially nuclear and particle physics. It's pronounced 'PY-on' and is not related to the word 'pawn' (chess piece/servant). Rarely used outside scientific contexts.

• Spanish: pión (física)
• Portuguese (BR): píon (física)
• Portuguese (PT): pião (física)
• Chinese (Simplified): 介子 (物理)
• Chinese (Traditional): 介子 (物理)
• Hindi: पायन (भौतिकी)
• Arabic: بايون (فيزياء)
• Bengali: পাইওন
• Russian: пион
• Japanese: π中間子（パイちゅうかんし） - パイオン
• Vietnamese: pion
• Korean: 파이온
• Turkish: piyon
• Urdu: پایون
• Indonesian: pion

Example Sentences

A pion is smaller than a proton.

basic

Scientists study the behavior of the pion.

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The pion was discovered in the 20th century.

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Without the pion, atomic nuclei would not stay together.

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The study of pions helps us understand the forces inside atoms.

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Most people have never heard of a pion unless they study physics.

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