How to Say "electric" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “electric” is “eléctrico” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Necesitamos un cable eléctrico nuevo para la lámpara.
We need a new electrical cable for the lamp.
El coche eléctrico es más caro, pero gasta menos gasolina.
The electric car is more expensive, but it uses less gasoline.
Hay que apagar todos los aparatos eléctricos antes de salir.
You have to turn off all electrical appliances before leaving.
Adjective Agreement
As an adjective, 'eléctrico' must match the noun it describes in gender (masculine/feminine) and number (singular/plural). For example: 'aparato eléctrico' (masculine singular) vs. 'instalación eléctrica' (feminine singular).
Using the wrong gender
Mistake: “La coche eléctrico (The electric car).”
Correction: The word 'coche' is masculine, so you must say 'El coche eléctrico'.
Other Meanings of “eléctrico”
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