Das Kernkraftwerk
Example: Das Kernkraftwerk liefert viel Energie für die Stadt.
Definition
"Das Kernkraftwerk" refers to a nuclear power plant, a facility where nuclear energy is converted into electrical power. It produces a significant amount of energy by using nuclear reactions, typically through fission, to generate steam that drives turbines for electricity generation.
Etymology
The word "das Kernkraftwerk" is a compound German noun combining "Kern" meaning 'core' or 'nucleus,' "Kraft" meaning 'power,' and "Werk" meaning 'plant' or 'factory.' It literally translates to 'nuclear power plant,' reflecting its function as a place where nuclear energy is harnessed to produce power.
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"Das Kernkraftwerk" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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