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10 Language-to-English DictionariesElectricity
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles, especially electrons or protons.
"Electricity powers our homes and devices, making modern life possible." - 2
The physical phenomena associated with the presence and motion of electric charge.
"The electricity in the storm caused a spectacular display of lightning."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'electricity' originates from the New Latin word 'electricus', meaning 'of amber', which is derived from the Greek word 'ēlektron'. The concept evolved in the 17th century as scientists began to study the phenomena associated with electric charge and current.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Electricity" is said worldwide
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électricité
Transliteration: el-eek-tree-si-teh
"L'électricité est essentielle pour notre vie quotidienne."
Elektrizität
Transliteration: elek-tri-tsi-tät
"Die Elektrizität versorgt unsere Geräte mit Energie."
elettricità
Transliteration: e-let-tri-chee-tà
"L'elettricità è fondamentale per il funzionamento delle città moderne."
electricidad
Transliteration: e-lek-tri-si-dad
"La electricidad es crucial para el funcionamiento de los electrodomésticos."
eletricidade
Transliteration: e-le-tri-si-da-de
"A eletricidade é uma forma de energia muito utilizada."
बिजली
Transliteration: bijli
"बिजली हमारे जीवन का एक महत्वपूर्ण हिस्सा है।"
电力
Transliteration: diànlì
"电力是现代社会不可或缺的能源。"
전기
Transliteration: jeongi
"전기는 현대 생활에 필수적입니다."
電気
Transliteration: denki
"電気は私たちの生活に欠かせないエネルギーです。"
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