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Arkitektur och Byggande - Plumbing System

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord relaterade till vattensystemet såsom "avlopp", "dränering" och "rörledning".

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downspout
[Substantiv]

a vertical pipe attached to a building which carries away rainwater from the roof to the ground

stuprör, vertikal avloppsrör

stuprör, vertikal avloppsrör

Ex: The builder installed a downspout at each corner of the house to ensure proper water flow .Byggaren installerade ett **stuprör** vid varje hörn av huset för att säkerställa korrekt vattenflöde.
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sewer
[Substantiv]

a system of underground pipes and tunnels used to carry away used water and waste matter from houses, factories, etc.

avlopp

avlopp

Ex: The sewer inspector checked for cracks and leaks in the aging infrastructure to prevent contamination .**Avlopps**inspektören kontrollerade för sprickor och läckor i den åldrande infrastrukturen för att förhindra förorening.
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pipework
[Substantiv]

the pipes of a building or machine that carry water, gas, or oil

rörledning, rörnät

rörledning, rörnät

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blockage
[Substantiv]

the obstruction or partial restriction of a passage, such as a pipe, duct, or pathway, preventing the smooth flow of air, fluid, or other substances

blockering, hinder

blockering, hinder

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cesspit
[Substantiv]

an underground tank used for the temporary storage of sewage or wastewater

avloppsbrunn, septiktank

avloppsbrunn, septiktank

Ex: The construction team had to dig a new cesspit after the old one became too small for the growing property .Bygglaget var tvungna att gräva en ny **avloppsbrunn** efter att den gamla blivit för liten för den växande egendomen.
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cutoff
[Substantiv]

a valve, gate, or device that is used to stop or control the flow of fluid or gas within a pipe or conduit

avstängningsventil, avstängningsanordning

avstängningsventil, avstängningsanordning

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drain
[Substantiv]

a pipe in the bottom of a sink, bath, etc. through which dirty water flows out

avlopp,  drän

avlopp, drän

Ex: The bathroom drain emitted a foul odor, indicating a buildup of organic matter in the pipes.Badrummets **avlopp** avger en illaluktande lukt, vilket indikerar en uppbyggnad av organiskt material i rören.
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drainage
[Substantiv]

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

dränering, avvattning

dränering, avvattning

Ex: The contractor ensured that the drainage around the building was designed to avoid any water damage .Entreprenören säkerställde att **dräneringen** runt byggnaden var utformad för att undvika vattenskador.
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drainpipe
[Substantiv]

a pipe installed in a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater or excess water away from the structure

avloppsrör, stuprör

avloppsrör, stuprör

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duct
[Substantiv]

a hollow conduit or passage that is used for the distribution, circulation, or ventilation of air, gases, or other substances within a building or system

kanal, rör

kanal, rör

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ducting
[Substantiv]

the system of pipes, channels, or conduits used to convey or distribute air, gases, or other substances within a building, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, or industrial setup

kanaler, kanalsystem

kanaler, kanalsystem

Ex: The company is considering replacing the outdated ducting with a more energy-efficient option .Företaget överväger att ersätta den föråldrade **kanalsystemet** med ett mer energieffektivt alternativ.
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fatberg
[Substantiv]

a large congealed mass or blockage in a sewer system that is primarily composed of fats, oils, grease, and non-biodegradable items that have been flushed down drains or toilets

fatberg, fettberg

fatberg, fettberg

Ex: It took several days and specialized equipment to remove the fatberg from the pipes .Det tog flera dagar och specialutrustning för att ta bort **fatberg** från rören.
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faucet
[Substantiv]

an object that controls the flow of liquid or gas from a container or pipe

kran

kran

Ex: The outdoor faucet was used to connect the garden hose .Den utomhuses **kranen** användes för att ansluta trädgårdsslangen.
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gutter
[Substantiv]

an open pipe that is attached beneath the edge of a building roof and carries rainwater away

ränna, takränna

ränna, takränna

Ex: She heard the sound of rainwater rushing through the gutter during the storm .Hon hörde ljudet av regnvatten som forsade genom **rännan** under stormen.
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main
[Substantiv]

a large pipe through which water or gas is carried to a building

huvudledning, huvudrör

huvudledning, huvudrör

Ex: They traced the issue back to a fault in the electrical main.De spårade problemet till ett fel i det **elektriska huvudnätet**.
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outfall
[Substantiv]

a point or location where water or another substance is discharged or flows out from a system, such as a drainage system, sewer, or wastewater treatment plant, into a body of water or the environment

utlopp, avlopp

utlopp, avlopp

Ex: The environmental group is monitoring the outfall for signs of pollution .Miljögruppen övervakar **utloppet** för tecken på förorening.
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drainage system
[Substantiv]

a network of pipes, channels, and structures designed to collect and channel excess water, wastewater, or other liquids away from an area or a property

dränagesystem, avloppsnät

dränagesystem, avloppsnät

Ex: After the storm , the drainage system worked well , keeping the area dry .Efter stormen fungerade **dränageringssystemet** bra och höll området torrt.
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leakage
[Substantiv]

the unintended or accidental escape or loss of a substance, typically a liquid or gas, from a container, system, or structure

läckage, läcka

läckage, läcka

Ex: They are investigating the leakage in the factory ’s cooling system .De undersöker **läckan** i fabrikens kylsystem.
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pipe
[Substantiv]

a cylindrical hollow tube or conduit typically made of metal, plastic, or other materials, used for the transportation of fluids, gases, or other substances from one place to another

rör, ledning

rör, ledning

Ex: The oil flowed through the underground pipe to the refinery .Oljan flöt genom den underjordiska **rörledningen** till raffinaderiet.
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pipeline
[Substantiv]

a system of interconnected pipes used for the transport of liquids, gases, or other substances over long distances

pipeline, olje-/gasledning

pipeline, olje-/gasledning

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running water
[Substantiv]

water that is brought into a house, building, etc. through pipes

rinnande vatten, dricksvatten

rinnande vatten, dricksvatten

Ex: The installation of running water in rural areas has significantly improved health and quality of life for residents .Installationen av **rinnande vatten** i landsbygdsområden har avsevärt förbättrat hälsan och livskvaliteten för invånarna.
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septic tank
[Substantiv]

an underground container that treats household wastewater by allowing solids to settle and separate from the liquid before further treatment or absorption into the soil

septiktank, avloppstank

septiktank, avloppstank

Ex: The family decided to upgrade their septic tank to a larger one to accommodate their growing household .Familjen beslöt att uppgradera sin **septiktank** till en större för att rymma sitt växande hushåll.
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sewage
[Substantiv]

the waste water and other liquid waste from homes, businesses, and factories, usually carried away through pipes and treated

avloppsvatten,  avlopp

avloppsvatten, avlopp

Ex: Improper handling of sewage can lead to the spread of diseases .Felhantering av **avloppsvatten** kan leda till spridning av sjukdomar.
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sluice
[Substantiv]

a channel or gate that is used to control or redirect the flow of water. It typically consists of a barrier that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of water

sluss, vattendörr

sluss, vattendörr

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spigot
[Substantiv]

a valve or tap that is used to control the release of water from a pipe or container

kran, ventil

kran, ventil

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standpipe
[Substantiv]

a vertical pipe or fixture connected to a water supply system, typically equipped with valves or outlets, used for firefighting purposes or as a source of water in buildings

stigrör, brandrör

stigrör, brandrör

Ex: The standpipe on the street corner was used to wash cars and clean the sidewalk .**Brandposten** på gathörnet användes för att tvätta bilar och städa trottoaren.
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stopcock
[Substantiv]

a valve or faucet used to control or shut off the flow of water or other fluids in a plumbing system, typically located at a point where pipes connect or branch

avstängningsventil, stoppkran

avstängningsventil, stoppkran

Ex: Before beginning any plumbing work , make sure to turn off the stopcock to avoid flooding .Innan du påbörjar något rörmokeriarbete, se till att stänga av **stoppkranen** för att undvika översvämning.
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valve
[Substantiv]

a mechanical device that controls or regulates the flow of fluids, such as liquids, gases, or slurries, by opening, closing, or partially obstructing passageways within a pipe or system

ventil, klaff

ventil, klaff

Ex: We need to close the valve to prevent flooding in the basement .Vi måste stänga **ventilen** för att förhindra översvämning i källaren.
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sump
[Substantiv]

a pit or reservoir typically found in the basement or lower level of a building that collects excess water or liquid, such as groundwater, rainwater, or wastewater

dränagegrop, uppsamlingstank

dränagegrop, uppsamlingstank

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waste pipe
[Substantiv]

a pipe within a building's plumbing system that carries wastewater from plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, or showers, to the main drainage system or septic tank for proper disposal or treatment

avloppsrör, avfallsrör

avloppsrör, avfallsrör

Ex: Water from the shower drains into a waste pipe that leads outside .Vatten från duschen rinner av i ett **avloppsrör** som leder ut.
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water main
[Substantiv]

a large underground pipe that delivers potable water from a water treatment plant or other water source to individual buildings or communities

huvudvattenledning, vattenhuvudledning

huvudvattenledning, vattenhuvudledning

Ex: The workers are digging up the street to repair the damaged water main.Arbetarna gräver upp gatan för att reparera den skadade **vattenledningen**.
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waterworks
[Substantiv]

the infrastructure and facilities responsible for supplying clean water and managing wastewater

vattenverk, vattenförsörjningssystem

vattenverk, vattenförsörjningssystem

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plumbing
[Substantiv]

the system of pipes for the distribution of water in a building

VVS, rörsystem

VVS, rörsystem

Ex: The architect designed the building with modern plumbing systems to maximize water efficiency.Arkitekten designade byggnaden med moderna **vvs**-system för att maximera vatteneffektiviteten.
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plumbing fixture
[Substantiv]

a device or appliance connected to a plumbing system that is used for a specific function related to water supply or drainage

vvs-armatur, sanitär utrustning

vvs-armatur, sanitär utrustning

Ex: When building a house , it is important to select plumbing fixtures that suit both style and function .När man bygger ett hus är det viktigt att välja **vvs-armaturer** som passar både stil och funktion.
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pipe fitting
[Substantiv]

a component used in plumbing and construction to join, redirect, or control the flow of fluids or gases in a piping system

rörkoppling, rörfitting

rörkoppling, rörfitting

Ex: The contractor used several pipe fittings to complete the plumbing for the new house .Entreprenören använde flera **rörfogningar** för att slutföra vvs-arbetena för det nya huset.
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urinal
[Substantiv]

a plumbing fixture specifically designed for the purpose of urination. It is typically found in public restrooms and is designed to be used by males

urinoar, pissränn

urinoar, pissränn

Ex: The stadium installed new urinals to accommodate the large crowd during events .Stadionet installerade nya **urinrör** för att rymma den stora publiken under evenemang.
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sink
[Substantiv]

a large and open container that has a water supply and you can use to wash your hands, dishes, etc. in

diskho, tvättställ

diskho, tvättställ

Ex: The utility sink in the laundry room was perfect for soaking stained clothing .**Handfatet** i tvättstugan var perfekt för att blöta nerfläckade kläder.
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laundry sink
[Substantiv]

a type of sink that is specifically designed for use in laundry rooms or areas where clothes are washed or laundered

tvättställ, tvättbänk

tvättställ, tvättbänk

Ex: The laundry sink is perfect for soaking stained clothes overnight .**Tvättstället** är perfekt för att blöta nerfläckade kläder över natten.
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toilet
[Substantiv]

the seat we use for getting rid of bodily waste

toalett,  WC

toalett, WC

Ex: The children learned the importance of proper toilet etiquette during their potty training phase .Barnen lärde sig vikten av korrekt **toalett**etikett under sin potträningsfas.
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shower
[Substantiv]

a piece of equipment that flows water all over your body from above

dusch, duschkabin

dusch, duschkabin

Ex: She turned on the shower and waited for the water to heat up .Hon satte på **duschen** och väntade på att vattnet skulle bli varmt.
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male pipe
[Substantiv]

a type of pipe fitting that has external threads on the outer surface, designed to be inserted into a corresponding female pipe fitting with internal threads to create a secure and sealed connection for the flow of fluids or gases

hanrör, hanrörskoppling

hanrör, hanrörskoppling

Ex: When installing the new showerhead, make sure the male pipe is aligned correctly with the female connector.När du installerar den nya duschmunstycket, se till att **hanröret** är korrekt inriktat med honans kontakt.
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female pipe
[Substantiv]

a type of pipe fitting that has internal threads on the inner surface, designed to receive and make a secure connection with a male pipe fitting that has external threads, allowing for the flow of fluids or gases

honrör, honrörskoppling

honrör, honrörskoppling

Ex: The water pressure was low because the female pipe was not properly connected to the main line .Vattentrycket var lågt eftersom **rör med inre gänga** inte var ordentligt ansluten till huvudledningen.
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