Wechselstrom
derNounalternating current (AC)
English translations
- 01
alternating current
- 02
AC
Word details
- German meaning
- Elektrischer Strom, dessen Richtung periodisch wechselt.
- English meaning
- Alternating current
- Synonym
- AC
- German example
- Die meisten Haushaltsgeräte werden mit Wechselstrom betrieben.
- English example
- Most household appliances run on alternating current.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Wechselstrom
- Plural Form
- die Wechselströme
Related words
- Transformator
Transformer
- Impedanz
Impedance
- Gleichrichter
rectifier
- Wechselrichter
Inverter
- Umformer
Converter
Example sentences with “Wechselstrom”
Das Gerät benötigt Wechselstrom. (The device needs alternating current.)
Frequently asked questions
What is the opposite of Wechselstrom?
The opposite is 'Gleichstrom' (DC).