eléctrica
/eh-LEK-tree-kah/
electric
This fan is eléctrica (electric) because it is powered by electricity.
eléctrica(adjective)
electric
?powered by electricity
electrical
?relating to the field of electricity
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Agreement
Since 'eléctrica' is feminine, it must describe a feminine noun (like 'luz' or 'máquina'). If the noun is masculine (like 'coche' or 'motor'), use 'eléctrico'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mismatching Gender
Mistake: "El coche es eléctrica."
Correction: El coche es eléctrico. (The noun 'coche' is masculine, so the adjective must also be masculine.)
The utility that provides power is called la eléctrica (the electric company).
eléctrica(noun)
electric company
?utility provider (short for 'compañía eléctrica')
electricity bill
?the payment due (short for 'factura eléctrica')
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Ellipsis in Speech
Using 'la eléctrica' is a way to shorten 'la compañía eléctrica' (the electric company) or 'la factura eléctrica' (the electric bill). The original noun is understood from the context.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'la eléctrica' with friends and family. In formal letters or official documents, it is better to use the full phrase 'la compañía de electricidad'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: eléctrica
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'eléctrica' as a shortened noun (meaning 'the company' or 'the bill')?
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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.