horsepower
/ˈhɔːspaʊə/ · /ˈhɔːrspaʊər/
CEFR level C1Topic TechnologyWord #6856 in the learning path
马力（功率单位）
Definitions
n. A unit used to measure the power of an engine.
马力（功率单位）
Example
This tractor has enough horsepower to pull the heavy trailer.
这辆拖拉机的马力足以拉动那辆沉重的拖车。
Although greater horsepower can improve vehicle performance, fuel efficiency remains a major consideration for many consumers.
虽然更大的马力可以提升车辆性能，但燃油效率仍是许多消费者的重要考量。
Collocations
- engine horsepower
- brake horsepower
- high horsepower
Usage tip
数量后horsepower不加s；它衡量功率而非速度。
FAQ
- What does horsepower mean?
- A unit used to measure the power of an engine.
- How is horsepower pronounced?
- UK /ˈhɔːspaʊə/, US /ˈhɔːrspaʊər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
