This is the 9297th most frequent Japanese word.
白金
"白金" in Japanese refers to "platinum."
In this sentence, "白金" means "platinum," referring to the chemical element known for its rarity and stability.
白金は希少な金属で、化学的に安定しています。
Platinum is a rare metal and is chemically stable.
Here, "白金" refers to a geographic location, "Shirokane," which is a district in Tokyo.
東京の白金地区は高級住宅街として知られています。
The Shirokane area in Tokyo is known for being an upscale residential district.
In this example, "白金" again refers to the material "platinum," specifically in the context of items made from it.