ダム
だむ
noun
dam
1.
dam
A barrier constructed to hold back water and create a reservoir.
ダム (from English 'dam') is used for water-retaining structures.
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- ダムを建設する: to construct a dam
- ダム湖: reservoir, dam lake
- 水力ダム: hydroelectric dam
- 多目的ダム: multipurpose dam
JAPAN NOTE:
Japan has many dams for water supply, flood control, and hydroelectric power. Famous dams include 黒部ダム in Toyama Prefecture.