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核电站hédiànzhànnuclear power plantHSK 7, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #13634, Very Hard
hédiànzhàn(he2dian4zhan4) T2
  1. 1nuclear power plant
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March 24, 2026

核电站(核電站)hédiànzhàn(he2dian4zhan4)

核电站 (hé diàn zhàn) refers to a nuclear power plant where nuclear reactions are used to generate electricity. These facilities are significant in discussions about energy production and environmental impact, often representing advanced technology in energy generation.

Strokes25Frequency#13634DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, nuclear power is a critical part of the government's strategy to reduce carbon emissions and meet energy demands. The rapid development of nuclear power plants reflects China's commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

Memory Tip

Think of 核 (hé) as a 'core' and 电 (diàn) as 'electricity'. Picture a power plant with a core at its center, generating electricity. The character 站 (zhàn) resembles a platform where energy is distributed, reinforcing the idea of a power station.

Meanings of 核电站

hédiànzhàn(he2dian4zhan4)
1nuclear power plant
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About 核电站

核电站Simplified
核電站Traditional
25Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 核电站

Usage Notes

核电站 is a technical term commonly used in discussions about energy policy and environmental issues. Be careful not to confuse it with other types of power plants, like 火电站 (coal power plant). It's generally used in formal contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 核电站 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects to terms like 能源 (néngyuán, energy) and 发电 (fādian, generate electricity), which are important for understanding discussions about energy in Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 核电站 with other power plants; for example, using 火电站 (huǒ diàn zhàn) incorrectly when referring to nuclear facilities. Always remember 核 specifically relates to nuclear.

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Component Characters

核hépit
HSK 710 strokes木
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电diànelectric
HSK 35 strokes曰
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站zhànstation
HSK 210 strokes立
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How to say nuclear power plant in Chinese

“nuclear power plant” in Chinese is核电站hédiànzhàn

核电站 (hé diàn zhàn) refers to a nuclear power plant where nuclear reactions are used to generate electricity. These facilities are significant in discussions about energy production and environmental impact, often representing advanced technology in energy generation.

When to use 核电站

核电站 is a technical term commonly used in discussions about energy policy and environmental issues. Be careful not to confuse it with other types of power plants, like 火电站 (coal power plant). It's generally used in formal contexts.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 核电站 with other power plants; for example, using 火电站 (huǒ diàn zhàn) incorrectly when referring to nuclear facilities. Always remember 核 specifically relates to nuclear.

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Cultural Notes for 核电站

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

The acceptance and reliance on nuclear power vary greatly, with many Western countries having more stringent regulations and public opposition compared to China's aggressive expansion of nuclear facilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about 核电站

It literally means 'nuclear electricity station', combining the concepts of nuclear energy and a power facility.

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