plumbing
Plumbing is the system of pipes, tanks, and fittings used for the distribution of water and the removal of waste in a building. It refers to both the physical network of pipes and the work of installing and maintaining them.
예시
3 / 5The plumbing in our new apartment works perfectly.
The system of water pipes in our new home is in good condition.
The architect must approve the blueprints for the building's plumbing.
The professional designer needs to check the plans for the water systems.
The plumbing is acting up, so I can't take a shower.
The pipes are having problems, making it impossible to wash.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Remember 'Pb' is the chemical symbol for Lead. In Latin, 'plumbum' means lead, which is what old pipes were made of.
빠른 퀴즈
We had to call a professional because the _______ in the kitchen was leaking.
정답!
정답은: plumbing
예시
The plumbing in our new apartment works perfectly.
everydayThe system of water pipes in our new home is in good condition.
The architect must approve the blueprints for the building's plumbing.
formalThe professional designer needs to check the plans for the water systems.
The plumbing is acting up, so I can't take a shower.
informalThe pipes are having problems, making it impossible to wash.
Ancient civilizations developed complex plumbing to support urban populations.
academicOld societies created advanced water systems for people living in cities.
Our firm provides a warranty for all industrial plumbing installations.
businessOur company offers a guarantee for all factory water system setups.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
check the plumbing
to inspect the water pipes
leaky plumbing
pipes that are dripping water
plumbing emergency
a serious and sudden pipe problem
자주 혼동되는 단어
A plumber is the person who fixes things, while plumbing is the system of pipes itself.
사용 참고사항
Plumbing is an uncountable noun. You should use a singular verb with it, for example: 'The plumbing is old,' not 'The plumbing are old.'
자주 하는 실수
Learners often pronounce the 'b' in plumbing, but it is silent. Always pronounce it as 'plum-ing'.
암기 팁
Remember 'Pb' is the chemical symbol for Lead. In Latin, 'plumbum' means lead, which is what old pipes were made of.
어원
Derived from the Latin word 'plumbum', meaning lead, because the first pipes used in Roman times were made of lead.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In most Western countries, indoor plumbing is considered a basic necessity and is standard in almost every home.
빠른 퀴즈
We had to call a professional because the _______ in the kitchen was leaking.
정답!
정답은: plumbing
관련 문법 규칙
Home 관련 단어
dining room
A1A specific room in a house or building used primarily for eating meals. It usually contains a large table and several chairs for family members and guests.
garage
A1A garage is a building or a part of a house where you keep cars or other vehicles to protect them. It can also be a place where a mechanic repairs cars or where people sell fuel.
basement
A1A basement is the lowest floor of a building, usually located partly or completely underground. It is commonly used for storage, laundry, or as an extra living space in a home.
balcony
A1A balcony is an outdoor platform that is attached to the upper floor of a building. It is usually surrounded by a low wall or railing for safety and is used for sitting or looking at the view.
porch
A1A porch is a covered structure attached to the entrance of a building. It typically has a roof and serves as a space to sit outside while being protected from rain or direct sun.
drawer
A1A drawer is a sliding, box-shaped container that is part of a piece of furniture like a desk or a dresser. It is used to store things like clothes, papers, or tools and can be pulled out to reach what is inside.
fridge
A1A fridge is a large kitchen appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for longer. It is the shortened, most common name for a refrigerator used in daily life.
stove
A1A stove is a large piece of kitchen equipment used for cooking food. It provides heat through burners on the top or an enclosed space called an oven.
microwave
A1A microwave is a common kitchen appliance used to cook or heat food very quickly using electromagnetic waves. It is mostly used for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen items, or making quick meals.
washing machine
A1A washing machine is a large household appliance used to wash clothes, towels, and linens automatically. It uses water, detergent, and mechanical action to clean fabrics during different timed cycles.
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