Eléctricas (en. Electric)

/eˈlektɾikas/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That has or uses electricity.
Electric machines have revolutionized the industry.
Las máquinas eléctricas han revolucionado la industria.
That produces or transmits electricity.
Electric storms can be very dangerous.
Las tormentas eléctricas pueden ser muy peligrosas.
Referring to electrical energy in a specific context.
An efficient electrical system is necessary for the home.
Es necesario un sistema eléctrico eficiente para el hogar.

Etymology

From the Greek 'ēlektron' which means 'amber,' because rubbed amber produces static electricity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

electric circuit
Set of elements that allow the passage of electric current.
circuito eléctrico
electric product
Item that operates using electricity.
producto eléctrico
electric charge
Amount of electricity stored in a body.
carga eléctrica

Related Words

electricity
Form of energy resulting from the movement of electrons.
electricidad
electron
Subatomic particle that carries a negative electric charge.
electrón
electronics
Science and technology of devices that control the flow of electrons.
electrónica

Slang Meanings

Colloquially used to refer to something exciting or vibrant.
That party was electric.
Esa fiesta estuvo eléctrica.
Referring to a person who is very energetic or vibrant.
She is an electric person, always full of energy.
Ella es una persona eléctrica, siempre llena de energía.