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煤炭
méitàn
Description
煤炭是一种黑色的石头，可以用来烧火和发电。
"煤炭" is a black rock used for burning and generating electricity.
以前很多人在家里用煤炭做饭、取暖。
In the past, many people used "煤炭" at home for cooking and heating.
Meanings
煤炭méitàn
coal (used as fuel)
这个工厂用煤炭发电。
This factory generates electricity using coal.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
煤 (coal) + 炭 (charcoal), a compound referring to mined coal.
- Nuance
煤炭 often refers to coal as a resource or industry; 煤 alone is more everyday.
In videos
“筹备中的山西省煤炭博览会近日传来喜讯”
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