elektrisch
The English word 'electric' is translated into German as elektrisch.
elektrisch is an adjective meaning 'electrical'. It can refer to the physical phenomenon of electricity or things that are powered by electricity. Note that while elektrisch covers things powered by electricity, the word elektronisch (electronic) is used specifically for devices that utilize microchips and complex circuits. Additionally, the prefix Elektro- is frequently used in compound nouns to denote electric-powered appliances or vehicles, such as Elektroauto (electric car).
Meaning: electrical (adj)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective elektrisch changes its ending depending on the noun it describes.
Did you know?
- In an 'elektrischer Schlag', the word 'Schlag' can mean 'blow' or 'hit', making the phrase literally an 'electric hit'.
- In German music culture, Elektro refers to a specific genre of electronic dance music, whereas in English 'electric' usually describes the instruments used.
- While elektrisch refers to power, the term elektrisierend describes a performance or speech that is 'electrifying' in an emotional or exciting sense.
Examples in context
- Das elektrische Licht ging aus.The electric light went out.This sentence is useful for seeing how to describe an electric light using elektrisch.Tatoeba #636666 by samueldora, translation #279228 by CN
- Dieses Auto ist ein elektrisches.This car is an electric car.This sentence shows how to describe a car as being electric using elektrisch.Tatoeba #6164671 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4876407 by Hybrid
- Tom hat eine elektrische Zahnbürste.Tom has an electric toothbrush.This sentence demonstrates the use of elektrisch when describing an electric toothbrush.Tatoeba #8638865 by Melang, translation #8928867 by sundown
- Ich habe ein elektrisches Fahrrad.I have an electric bike.
- Wir müssen das elektrische Gerät ausschalten.We need to turn off the electrical device.
- Die elektrische Zahnbürste ist effektiv.The electric toothbrush is effective.
- Lass uns die Stromrechnung teilen.Let's split the electricity bill.
- Mein Onkel arbeitet in einer Elektrofirma.My uncle works in an electric company.
- Hast du Lust auf ein Elektroauto?Are you interested in an electric car?
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Example conversation
Julian and Sarah are discussing a new kitchen appliance.
- JulianBrauchst du ein elektrisches Messer?Do you need an electric knife?
- SarahNein, das ist nicht nötig, Julian.No, that is not necessary, Julian.
- JulianIch finde diese elektrischen Geräte praktisch.I find these electric devices practical.
- SarahDas stimmt, aber sie sind teuer.That's true, but they are expensive.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “electric” translations and entries elektrisch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
