ELECTRICITY VOCABULARY

Voltage: The force that pushes electric current through a circuit.

Sentence: The voltage in this power socket is too high for your charger.

Current: The flow of electric charge through a conductor.

Sentence: A strong electric current runs through these wires, so they must be handled carefully.

Circuit: A closed path through which electricity flows.

Sentence: The technician repaired the broken circuit to restore power to the lights.

Conductor: A material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.

Sentence: Copper is commonly used in wires because it is a good conductor.

Insulator: A material that does not allow electricity to pass through.

Sentence: Rubber is an effective insulator and is used to cover electric wires.

Generator: A device that produces electricity.

Sentence: During the blackout, we used a diesel generator to keep the lights on.

Transformer: A device that changes the voltage of an electric current.

Sentence: A transformer is used to increase voltage before transmitting electricity over long distances.

Power outage / blackout: A loss of electrical power.

Sentence: We experienced a power outage last night due to heavy rain and storms.

Renewable energy: Energy generated from natural resources like solar or wind that do not run out.

Sentence: Many countries are investing in renewable energy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Electric grid: A network that delivers electricity from producers to consumers.

Sentence: The electric grid in rural areas needs to be upgraded for better power supply.

Static electricity: Electricity that collects on an object’s surface and doesn’t flow.

Sentence: I got a shock from the metal handle due to static electricity.

Short circuit: A connection that allows electricity to travel along an unintended path.

Sentence: The fire was caused by a short circuit in the wiring system.

Solar panel: A device that converts sunlight into electricity.

Sentence: We installed solar panels on our roof to reduce our electricity bills.