Word
chemistry
Phoneticschem·istry
US/ˈkɛməstɹi/
UK/kˈɛmɪstɹi/
Definitions
01scientific study
A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun Science
n. the science that studies what things are made of and how they change when they are mixed together.
n. the branch of natural science dealing with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and the reactions by which they are transformed.
日本語:化学※
“She decided to study chemistry at university because she loved doing experiments in the lab.”
“The fundamental principles of organic chemistry are essential for understanding how complex biological molecules interact within the human body.”
Usage
uncountable in this general sense
Synonyms
02personal attraction
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Informal
n. the strong feeling of connection or attraction between two people.
n. the mutual attraction, rapport, or spontaneous emotional connection between two individuals.
日本語:相性※
Español:química
“The two actors had great chemistry on screen, making the love story feel very real.”
“Despite their impressive individual resumes, the two executives failed to lead effectively because they lacked the personal chemistry required for a collaborative partnership.”
Usage
uncountable in this figurative sense
Teaching tip
Often used in the context of dating or professional partnerships to describe a 'natural fit'.
Synonyms
03chemical properties
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. the specific way a substance or a living thing behaves chemically.
n. the specific chemical properties, composition, and reactions of a particular organism, environment, or substance.
“The chemistry of the soil in this garden is perfect for growing roses.”
“Researchers are still investigating the complex brain chemistry that contributes to chronic sleep disorders in elderly patients.”
Usage
can be countable or uncountable
Synonyms
Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰew- Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥ Ancient Greek -μᾰ (-mă) Ancient Greek χῠ́μᾰ (khŭ́mă) Proto-Indo-European *-h₂ Proto-Indo-European *-éh₂ Proto-Indo-European *-i-eh₂ Proto-Hellenic *-íā Ancient Greek -ία (-ía) Ancient Greek χυμείᾱ (khumeíā)bor. Arabic الْكِيمِيَاء (al-kīmiyāʔ)bor. Medieval Latin alchēmia ▲ Ancient Greek χυμείᾱ (khumeíā)influ. New Latin chimiabor. Middle French chymie French chimie Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ίζω (-ízō) Proto-Hellenic *-tās Ancient Greek -τής (-tḗs) Ancient Greek -ιστής (-istḗs)der. Latin -istabor. French -iste French chimistebor. English chemist English -ry English chemistry First coined 1605, from chemist + -ry. From chemist, chymist, from Latin alchimista, from Arabic اَلْكِيمِيَاء (al-kīmiyāʔ), from article اَل (al-) + Ancient Greek χυμεία (khumeía, “art of alloying metals”), from χύμα (khúma, “fluid”), from χυμός (khumós, “juice”), from χέω (khéō, “to pour”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
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