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Definition
Turbine; a machine that converts the flow of a fluid, such as water or steam, into kinetic energy.
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How it's used
Primarily used in technical, engineering, or industrial contexts, this term is a direct loan translation of the English word. It is rarely encountered in casual daily conversation unless discussing power generation or automotive engines. When referring to the turbocharger in a car, locals often just use the English word turbo instead.
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This power plant is using new turbines.
The turbine is spinning very fast, be careful.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 渦輪增壓, which specifically refers to a turbocharger in a vehicle context. Using 渦輪 alone to describe a car part might sound overly formal or vague to a mechanic.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
