noun

en el

electricity

En form av energi som används till lampor, maskiner och andra apparater. Den kommer via ledningar och ger kraft till många saker i vardagen.

The Swedish word "el" translates to "electricity" in English. It generally refers to the form of energy resulting from the flow of electric charge, which is widely used in various applications such as lighting, heating, and powering electronic devices.

Similar Words

  • "elektrisk": This adjective means "electric" and is used to describe something that operates using electricity, such as "elektrisk apparat" (electric appliance).
  • "ström": This means "current" and specifically refers to the flow of electric charge (i.e., electric current).
  • "kraft": This translates to "power" and can refer to energy or a force, often in a more general or physical context including but not limited to electricity.

Usage Context

  • "el" is often used when discussing electrical energy, while "ström" is more specific to the flow of that energy.
  • "elektrisk" is used when attributing characteristics to items that use or generate electricity.

In essence, while all these terms are related to electricity, they differ in specificity and application.

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Examples

Min mamma sparar el hemma.noun

My mom saves electricity at home.

Lisa använder el i köket.noun

Lisa uses electricity in the kitchen.

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