酸化
さんか
sanka
JLPT N1nounVocabularyLevel 84 - JLPT N1

Quick answer

酸化 (さんか (sanka)) means "Oxidation". The reading is さんか (sanka). Audio pronunciation and kanji breakdown are below.

Meaning

Oxidation

Also : Oxidization

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Example Sentences

金属の酸化を防ぐため、表面に保護膜を塗る必要があります。

きんぞくのさんかをふせぐため、ひょうめんにほごまくをぬるひつようがあります。

To prevent oxidation of metals, it is necessary to apply a protective coating to the surface.

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

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