faat3 din6 cong2發電廠发电厂
Jyutpingfaat3 din6 cong2
Yalefaat dihn chóng
Definition
Power plant; a large facility that generates electricity.
neutralplacestechnology
How it's used
Refers specifically to industrial-scale facilities that generate electricity for the public grid. While technically accurate, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing infrastructure, urban planning, or environmental issues. People usually refer to the specific location or company name instead of using the generic term.
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gaan1間gānExamples
This power plant supplies electricity to the whole of Hong Kong.
Do you know where that power plant is located?
Related words
Common phrases
to build a power plant
power plant facility
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Grammar guides
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