Elektrisch
Example: De nieuwe auto is elektrisch en rijdt heel stil.
Definition
"Elektrisch" describes something powered by or producing electricity, often referring to devices, machines, or vehicles that use electrical energy instead of fuel or other power sources. For example, an "elektrisch" car runs quietly using an electric motor.
Etymology
The word "elektrisch" comes from the Dutch adaptation of the Greek word 'ēlektron,' meaning amber, which was associated with static electricity. This term evolved through Latin and French into modern languages. Did you know? The connection to amber is because rubbing amber produces static electricity, a discovery that inspired the term "elektrisch."
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"Elektrisch" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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