Chinese
huǒzāi
Meaning: fire disaster; fire
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這場火災是由電線短路引起的。
这场火灾是由电线短路引起的。
This fire was caused by a short circuit in the wiring.
火災現場冒出了滾滾黑煙。
Rolling black smoke billowed from the fire scene.
警察正在封鎖火災現場。
The police are currently sealing off the fire scene.
為了防止火災發生,我們應該定期檢查電線。
To prevent fires, we should check the electrical wiring regularly.
為了應對火災,學校每年都會舉行消防演習。
In order to deal with fires, the school holds a fire drill every year.

Usage Notes

Refers to a destructive fire that causes damage or loss of life.

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