generate — to produce or create something, especially energy, power, or ideas
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to produce or create something, especially energy, power, or ideas
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒenəreɪt/
Korean meaning: ~을 생산하다, 발생시키다, 만들어내다
Korean pronunciation: 제-너-레이트 (강세: 제)
Example Sentences
- My stomach can generate enough noise to power a small village when I'm hungry.
- His bad jokes generate more groans than laughs.
- The new renewable energy plant will generate enough power for 50,000 homes.
generate
VERB//ˈdʒenəreɪt//
to produce or create something, especially energy, power, or ideas
Creating electrical power from machine
General works at lightning rate to generate power!
Generate the power we operate, so the whole city can celebrate!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'generare' meaning 'to beget, produce, or create,' derived from 'genus' meaning 'race, kind, or stock.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 15th century.
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🔗Collocations
“Wind turbines generate electricity efficiently.”
“The new app will generate significant revenue.”
“Brainstorming sessions help generate creative ideas.”
“The advertisement generated a lot of interest.”
“Friction can generate heat between surfaces.”
📝Examples
“My stomach can generate enough noise to power a small village when I'm hungry.”
“His bad jokes generate more groans than laughs.”
“The new renewable energy plant will generate enough power for 50,000 homes.”
“The company's innovative marketing strategy helped generate a 30% increase in sales.”
“Scientists are studying how to generate artificial gravity in space stations.”
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