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Meanings
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generator; dynamo; power generator
Refers to a machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. Used in technical, industrial, and everyday contexts.
We prepared a generator in case of a power outage.
A large generator is operating in this factory.
Usage patterns
- 発電機を回すto turn/spin a generator (to make it produce electricity)
The power of water turns the generator to produce electricity.
- 発電機を設置するto install a generator
We installed a generator at home in case of a disaster.
- 発電機が故障するfor a generator to break down
The factory's generator broke down and the power went out.
- 発電機で〈物〉を動かすto run something using a generator
During a blackout, we run the refrigerator using a generator.