Das Kraftwerk
Example: Das neue Kraftwerk produziert saubere Energie für die Stadt.
Definition
"Kraftwerk" refers to a facility or plant where energy, especially electrical power, is generated. It is commonly used to describe power stations that convert various energy sources into usable electricity for homes, industries, or cities.
Etymology
The word "Kraftwerk" comes from the German words 'Kraft' meaning 'power' or 'strength,' and 'Werk' meaning 'work' or 'plant.' It literally translates to 'power plant.' Did you know? The term highlights the industrial nature of energy production by combining the concept of force and a place of manufacturing.
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"Das Kraftwerk" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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