/ˈdʒenəreɪt/ V-T To generate something means to cause it to begin and develop. 造成 The labour secretary said the reforms would generate new jobs. 劳动部长说这些改革将带来新的工作。 V-T To generate a form of energy or power means to produce it. 产生 (电等能量) The company, New England Electric, burns coal to generate power. 新英格兰电力公司燃烧煤来发电。