electrical
Translation
electrical
Examples
He is studying electrical engineering.
He is studying electrical engineering.
There is an electrical fault in the system.
There is an electrical fault in the system.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) relating to electricity an electrical wire
Similar Words
Synonyms: electric
Etymology
From Latin 'electricus' (like amber), as amber produces static electricity when rubbed. The suffix '-al' makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of 'electrical' for things *related to* electricity (e.g., electrical engineering), while 'electric' is often for things that *run on* electricity (e.g., electric car).