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chrome
A shiny, protective layer of chromium applied to metal parts to give them a decorative appearance.
Der Oldtimer glänzte mit viel Chrom an den Stoßstangen und Felgen.
The vintage car gleamed with lots of chrome on the bumpers and rims.
chromium
A chemical element with the symbol Cr; a silvery-white, shiny, hard metal that is highly resistant to corrosion.
Chrom wird als Legierungsbestandteil für die Herstellung von Edelstahl verwendet.
Chromium is used as an alloying element in the production of stainless steel.
The meaning is easy to recognize from the context. If it is about shiny surfaces on cars, motorcycles, or furniture, the protective coating is meant. In scientific or technical texts about metals or chemistry, the element is meant.
Er polierte das Chrom an seinem Motorrad, bis es spiegelte.
He polished the chrome on his motorcycle until it reflected like a mirror.
In its everyday meaning, 'Chrom' is often part of compounds that describe shiny metal parts. Examples are 'Chromfelgen' (chrome rims), 'Chromleisten' (chrome trim), or 'Chromgrill' (chrome grille).
Das Auto hat teure Chromfelgen.
The car has expensive chrome rims.
The use of 'Chrom' as a chemical element belongs to the specialized language of chemistry and materials science. In the periodic table, you will find it under the symbol 'Cr'.
Für die Herstellung von Edelstahl wird eine Legierung aus Eisen, Chrom und Nickel verwendet.
An alloy of iron, chromium, and nickel is used to produce stainless steel.
