das Atomkraftwerk
Translation
nuclear power plant, nuclear power station, atomic power station
Examples
Das Atomkraftwerk erzeugt viel Strom.
The nuclear power plant generates a lot of electricity.
Der Bau des Atomkraftwerks war umstritten.
The construction of the nuclear power plant was controversial.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the Atomkraftwerk)) to build/operate a nuclear power plant They plan to build a new Atomkraftwerk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kernkraftwerk
Etymology
Composed of 'Atom' (atom) + 'Kraft' (power) + 'Werk' (plant/works). Literally an 'atom power plant'.
Memory Tips
Break it down into three parts: Atom + Kraft (power/craft) + Werk (work). A place where atomic power 'works'.