Electric, electrical in Portuguese 🇧🇷

elétrico info.

Tips to remember:
• Notice the similarity between “electric” in English and “elétrico” in Portuguese; the accent on the “e” distinguishes it.
• Imagine something powered by electricity—"electric"—and associate that energy with the word “elétrico.”

Explanations:
• “Elétrico” is an adjective used to describe things that operate on electricity or relate to electrical energy.
• It can be applied to devices (como “carro elétrico”) and systems (como “sistema elétrico”).

Other words with similar meaning:
• “Energizado” (energized) – when referring to something powered or charged with energy.
• “Eletrificado” – used in contexts implying something has been electrified.

Alternate meanings and slang:
• In informal speech, “elétrico” can describe an atmosphere or performance that is very lively or full of energy (e.g., “o show estava elétrico”).
• Some people might use it metaphorically to refer to someone who is extremely enthusiastic or “charged up” emotionally.

Example sentences:
• “A fiação elétrica da casa precisa de manutenção.”
 Translation: “The electrical wiring of the house needs maintenance.”
• “Ele comprou um carro elétrico para reduzir a emissão de poluentes.”
 Translation: “He bought an electric car to reduce pollutant emissions.”
• “A apresentação foi tão elétrica que deixou o público empolgado.”
 Translation: “The performance was so electrifying that it left the audience excited.”

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