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防汛

fángxùn
💡 flood prevention

“政府加强防汛措施以应对即将到来的暴雨。”

“The government is strengthening flood prevention measures to prepare for the upcoming heavy rain.”


⚙️Engineering
technical

The measures and systems implemented to prevent or mitigate flooding, including infrastructure, early warning systems, and emergency response plans.

防汛工程包括修建堤坝、疏通河道和建立监测系统。

Flood prevention projects include building dikes, dredging rivers, and establishing monitoring systems.

💡

Often used in the context of urban planning, hydrology, and disaster management.

Collocations

防汛措施flood prevention measures防汛工程flood prevention projects防汛指挥部flood prevention command center

Synonyms

防洪抗洪

Related Phrases

防汛物资phrase
flood prevention supplies
防汛演练phrase
flood prevention drill

💡Pro Tip

Seasonal Usage

The term is most relevant during China's flood season, typically from June to September.

⚡Gold Rule

Technical Context

Use 'flood prevention' for formal or technical contexts; 'flood control' is also acceptable.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 防 (fáng, 'to prevent') and 汛 (xùn, 'flood season'), referring to the seasonal flooding in China.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in official and technical contexts, especially during the rainy season in China.

Word Breakdown

防
to prevent
root
+
汛
flood season
root
汉英词典

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