electricity
word
/ɪˌɫɛkˈtɹɪsəti/
i-lek-TRI-suh-tee
/ɪlɛktɹˈɪsɪtˌi/
i-lek-TRI-si-tee
Definition
A form of energy that powers lights, machines, and many devices. It can also refer to the supply of electric power in a building or area.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable: say 'electricity' not 'an electricity'. Common combinations include 'generate electricity', 'use electricity', 'the electricity went out', and 'an electricity bill'. Do not confuse it with 'electric' (adjective) or 'electrical' (related to systems/devices).
Spanish: electricidadPortuguese (BR): eletricidadePortuguese (PT): eletricidadeChinese (Simplified): 电Chinese (Traditional): 電Hindi: बिजलीArabic: الكهرباءBengali: বিদ্যুৎRussian: электричествоJapanese: 電気Vietnamese: điệnKorean: 전기Turkish: elektrikUrdu: بجلیIndonesian: listrik
Example Sentences
We use electricity to turn on the lights.
basic
Solar panels can make electricity.
basic
The house has no electricity today.
basic
The electricity went out right in the middle of dinner.
natural
We're trying to save electricity, so we unplug things at night.
natural
My electricity bill was so high this month.
natural