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When using 电源, pay attention to the context as it can describe both the source itself or the concept of power supply. It is often used in technical or formal settings, so be sure to use it appropriately in conversations about electronics. A common mistake is to confuse it with 电池 (battery), which specifically refers to a battery rather than a power source.
As an HSK Level 6 term, understanding 电源 helps learners connect to other technical vocabulary related to electronics like 电流 (electric current) and 电压 (voltage). Focus on sentence structures that describe how different devices are powered, enhancing your technical language skills in Mandarin.
Learners often confuse 电源 with 电池, mistakenly using 电源 when they mean battery. For example, saying '我需要一个电源' (I need a power source) instead of '我需要一个电池' (I need a battery) can lead to misunderstanding.
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How to say electric power source in Chinese
“electric power source” in Chinese is电源
电源 (diàn yuán) refers to an electric power source, commonly used to describe devices or systems that provide electrical energy to other devices or components. It can refer to both the physical outlet or battery as well as the overall concept of energy supply in electronics and electrical engineering.
When to use 电源
When using 电源, pay attention to the context as it can describe both the source itself or the concept of power supply. It is often used in technical or formal settings, so be sure to use it appropriately in conversations about electronics. A common mistake is to confuse it with 电池 (battery), which specifically refers to a battery rather than a power source.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 电源 with 电池, mistakenly using 电源 when they mean battery. For example, saying '我需要一个电源' (I need a power source) instead of '我需要一个电池' (I need a battery) can lead to misunderstanding.
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Grammar Patterns of 电源
电源 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他在用你家里的____给他的车载蓄电池充电。
He is using your mains electricity to recharge his car battery.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 电源
You can say, '这个设备需要一个电源才能工作' (This device needs a power source to operate).
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