プラチナ
Meanings
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platinum; platinum metal; Pt
Refers to the precious metal and chemical element platinum, symbol Pt. The Sino-Japanese term 白金 is read はっきん for this meaning.
from Spanish platina
See also: 白金 (はっきん)
Platinum is a precious metal with the chemical symbol Pt.
She chose a platinum ring.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉はプラチナ製だsomething is made of platinum
This ring is made of platinum.
- プラチナ〈物〉top-tier or premium ___ (used figuratively for something rare or high-value)
I managed to get a hard-to-find 'platinum' ticket to that concert.