das Kraftwerk, -e
power plant
Ein Ort oder eine Anlage, in der Energie aus Quellen wie Wasser, Wind, Kohle oder Atomkraft in Elektrizität umgewandelt wird.
The German word Kraftwerk is a compound noun made up of:
- Kraft: meaning "power" or "strength"
- Werk: meaning "plant," "factory," or "work"
Kraftwerk means "power plant" or "power station," a facility where electrical power is generated.
Similar words include:
- Elektrizitätswerk (electricity plant)
- Energiewerk (energy plant)
Difference:
While Kraftwerk is the general term for a power-generating facility, Elektrizitätswerk emphasizes electricity generation specifically. Energiewerk can be broader, referring to plants producing different types of energy, not just electrical power.
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Examples
Das Kraftwerk erzeugt Strom.noun
The power plant generates electricity.
Das Kraftwerk produziert Strom für die Stadt.noun
The power plant produces electricity for the city.
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