eléctrica
“eléctrica” means “electric” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
electric
Also: electrical
📝 In Action
Mi abuela compró una cocina eléctrica nueva.
A1My grandmother bought a new electric stove.
La tormenta causó una falla eléctrica en todo el barrio.
A2The storm caused an electrical failure in the entire neighborhood.
electric company
Also: electricity bill
📝 In Action
La eléctrica me envió un aviso de corte.
B1The electric company sent me a disconnection notice.
Olvidé pagar la eléctrica este mes.
B1I forgot to pay the electricity bill this month.
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Words that translate to "eléctrica" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: eléctrica
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Which sentence uses 'eléctrica' as a shortened noun (meaning 'the company' or 'the bill')?
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The word comes from the Latin *ēlectricus*, which itself was derived from the Greek word *ēlektron*, meaning 'amber'. This is because the ancient Greeks first noticed static electricity by rubbing pieces of amber.
First recorded: 17th century (in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'eléctrica' and 'electricidad'?
'Electricidad' is the noun for the concept or energy itself (electricity). 'Eléctrica' is the feminine form of the adjective (electric), or a casual noun referring to the company or the bill.