No. 2,561 in Dutch
electric
The Dutch word "electric" means "electric" in English, relating to or powered by electricity.
In a sentence
De elektrische auto rijdt milieuvriendelijk.
The electric car drives environmentally friendly.
In this sentence, 'electric' ('elektrische') is an adjective describing the type of car.
Hij heeft een elektrische gitaar gekocht.
He bought an electric guitar.
Here, 'electric' ('elektrische') is again an adjective, this time describing the type of guitar bought.
Ze voelde een elektrische spanning in de lucht.
She felt an electric tension in the air.
In this instance, 'electric' ('elektrische') figuratively describes the palpable excitement or anticipation in the environment.
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