This is the 7921st most frequent Japanese word.
堰堤
"堰堤" means "dam" or "embankment" used to block or control water flow.
'堰堤' here is used to describe the function of a dam in protecting against flooding.
堰堤が氾濫を防ぐ役割を果たしている。
The dam plays a role in preventing floods.
Here, '堰堤' highlights the construction aspect of the dam, involving engineering and environmental significance.
堰堤の設計は環境への影響も考慮しています。
The design of the dam considers environmental impacts.
In this sentence, '堰堤' refers to a physical structure built to control the flow of water in a river.