Cordless Meaning in English
word
ˈkɔɹdɫəs
KORD-luhs
kˈɔːdləs
KAWD-luhs
Definition
Describes a device that does not have a cord or cable and usually works using batteries or wireless power.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for household devices like phones, vacuums, or tools ('cordless drill', 'cordless phone'). More common for electronic devices, not for large appliances. Less formal—used in both spoken and written English.
Spanish: inalámbrico - sin cablePortuguese (BR): sem fioPortuguese (PT): sem fiosChinese (Simplified): 无线的Chinese (Traditional): 無線的Hindi: बिना तार काArabic: لاسلكيBengali: তারবিহীন - কেবেলবিহীনRussian: беспроводнойJapanese: コードレスVietnamese: không dâyKorean: 무선Turkish: kablosuzUrdu: بغیر تار کےIndonesian: nirkabel
Example Sentences
This is a cordless phone.
basic
She bought a cordless vacuum cleaner.
basic
My dad uses a cordless drill for repairs.
basic
I love how easy it is to move around with my cordless headphones.
natural
The new speakers are cordless—no more messy cables everywhere!
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Have you tried the cordless hair straightener? It's super convenient for travel.
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