Photoelectric Meaning in English

word

US

ˌfoʊtoʊɪˈɫɛktɹɪk

foh-toh-i-LEK-trik

UK

fˌəʊtəʊɪlˈɛktɹɪk

fuh-toh-i-LEK-trik

Definition

Relating to the effect where light energy is turned into electricity, usually used in science and technology contexts.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly formal, used in scientific, engineering, or technical texts. Common in phrases like 'photoelectric cell', 'photoelectric effect', or 'photoelectric sensor'. Not commonly used in everyday conversation.

• Spanish: fotoeléctrico
• Portuguese (BR): fotoelétrico
• Portuguese (PT): fotoelétrico
• Chinese (Simplified): 光电的
• Chinese (Traditional): 光電的
• Hindi: प्रकाशवैद्युतिक
• Arabic: كهروضوئي
• Bengali: ফটোইলেকট্রিক
• Russian: фотоэлектрический
• Japanese: 光電（こうでん）
• Vietnamese: quang điện
• Korean: 광전
• Turkish: fotoelektrik
• Urdu: فوٹو الیکٹرک
• Indonesian: fotoelektrik

Example Sentences

A photoelectric cell turns light into electricity.

basic

The photoelectric effect was explained by Einstein.

basic

Many modern sensors are photoelectric.

basic

He built a security system using photoelectric alarms for his house.

natural

Some street lights have photoelectric sensors so they turn on automatically at night.

natural

The museum uses photoelectric doors that open when you approach.

natural