No. 7,954 in Dutch
elektrisch
"Elektrisch" means "electric" in English.
In a sentence
De auto is elektrisch en stoot geen schadelijke stoffen uit.
The car is electric and does not emit harmful substances.
Here, 'elektrisch' is used as an adjective to describe the type of car, indicating it runs on electricity rather than conventional fuels.
Ik heb een elektrisch probleem in mijn huis dat ik moet oplossen.
I have an electrical issue in my house that I need to solve.
In this sentence, 'elektrisch' modifies the noun 'probleem', specifying that the issue pertains to electricity.
Elektrisch koken is energiezuinig en geeft een gelijkmatige temperatuur.
Cooking with electricity is energy-efficient and provides even temperatures.
'Elektrisch' here describes the method of cooking, signifying the use of electricity as the energy source.
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