B2
engine vs motor vs turbine
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| enginenoun/ˈen.dʒɪn/ | Meaning the part of a vehicle or machine that uses fuel to make it move | Goes with start the engine | Example He switched off the engine and waited for the rain to stop. |
| motornoun/ˈmoʊ.tər/ | Meaning the part of a machine that uses electricity or fuel to make it move or work | Goes with electric motor | Example The fan stopped working because its motor had burned out. |
| turbinenoun/ˈtɜːr.baɪn/ | Meaning a machine with blades that turn to produce power from wind, water or steam | Goes with wind turbine | Example The wind turbine on the hill supplies electricity to the whole village. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
A steam is used in most power stations.