La central hidroeléctrica
Example: La central hidroeléctrica produce energía limpia para la ciudad.
Definition
"La central hidroeléctrica" is a facility that generates electricity by using the energy of flowing or falling water. It converts the kinetic energy of water into electrical power, often providing a clean and renewable source of energy for cities or regions.
Etymology
The term "la central hidroeléctrica" combines Spanish words: "central" meaning plant or station, "hidro" from Greek 'hydro' meaning water, and "eléctrica" meaning electric. Together, it literally means a water-powered electric plant. Did you know that hydroelectric plants have been used since the late 19th century to harness natural water flow for electricity?
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"La central hidroeléctrica" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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