switches
word · lemma: switch
/ˈswɪtʃəz/
SWI-chiz
/swˈɪtʃɪz/
SWI-chiz
Definition
Plural of 'switch'. Refers to devices that turn something on or off (like lights), or to acts of changing from one thing to another.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, most common for electrical devices ('light switches'). Can also mean sudden changes in sports, technology, or choices. As a verb, less common in plural. Do not confuse with 'button'; a switch typically stays up or down.
Spanish: interruptores - cambiosPortuguese (BR): interruptores - mudançasPortuguese (PT): interruptores - mudançasChinese (Simplified): 开关 - 转换Chinese (Traditional): 開關 - 轉換Hindi: स्विच - बदलावArabic: مفاتيح - تغييراتBengali: সুইচগুলিRussian: выключатели - переключателиJapanese: スイッチVietnamese: công tắcKorean: 스위치Turkish: anahtarlar - düğmeler (elektrik)Urdu: سوئچزIndonesian: saklar
Example Sentences
She quickly switches between English and Spanish.
basic
If the switches don’t work, try checking the fuse box.
natural
All the switches look the same, so it's easy to get confused.
natural
There are two switches on the wall next to the door.
basic
The kitchen lights have separate switches.
basic
He switches gears whenever something goes wrong at work.
natural