Adapter Meaning in English

word

US

əˈdæptɝ

uh-DAP-ter

UK

ɐdˈæptɐ

uh-DAP-tuh

Definition

A small device that allows one type of plug, cable, or device to connect to another type that is not normally compatible.

Usage & Nuances

Most common for electronics (phone, power, USB, travel). May also be spelled 'adaptor' (especially UK). Often confused with 'adapter' as a person, but in technology, always a device. Use 'power adapter', 'plug adapter', 'travel adapter' for clarity.

• Spanish: adaptador
• Portuguese (BR): adaptador
• Portuguese (PT): adaptador
• Chinese (Simplified): 适配器
• Chinese (Traditional): 轉接器
• Hindi: एडाप्टर
• Arabic: محوّل
• Bengali: এডাপ্টার
• Russian: адаптер
• Japanese: アダプター
• Vietnamese: bộ chuyển đổi
• Korean: 어댑터
• Turkish: adaptör
• Urdu: اڈاپٹر
• Indonesian: adaptor

Example Sentences

I need an adapter to charge my phone.

basic

This adapter lets you use American plugs in Europe.

basic

My laptop came with a USB-C adapter.

basic

Do you have an extra adapter for this projector?

natural

I forgot my adapter at home, so I couldn't plug in my laptop at the airport.

natural

Some devices require a special adapter to work with older TVs.

natural