das Kraftwerk
Translation
power plant, power station
Examples
Das Kraftwerk erzeugt Strom.
The power plant generates electricity.
Ein neues Kraftwerk wird gebaut.
A new power plant is being built.
Grammar Patterns
to build/operate/shut down ((a power plant)) They are building a new power plant.
to get electricity from ((a power plant)) We get electricity from the hydroelectric power plant.
Similar Words
Elektrizitätswerk (electricity works), Energieanlage (energy facility)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kraft' (power) + 'Werk' (works, plant). It literally means 'power plant'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'works' or factory ('Werk') that generates 'power' ('Kraft').