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Kilowatt

kilowatt

noun KEE-loh-vat Rare

Usage Note

Kilowatt (abbreviation kW) measures engine and appliance power. Car adverts frequently state engine output in kW alongside PS (horsepower). Plural unchanged.

Examples

"Der Motor leistet 110 Kilowatt."

Natural Translation

The engine produces 110 kilowatts.

Literal Translation

The engine achieves 110 kilowatts.

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