voltage

noun
UK: /ˈvəʊl.tɪdʒ/
US: /ˈvoʊl.tɪdʒ/

  1. The force of electricity measured in volts.

    1. The voltage is very high in this wire.
    2. A stable voltage is crucial for the proper functioning of the equipment.

  2. A measure of electrical potential difference; the push that causes electric current to flow in a circuit.

    1. The outlet provides 220 voltage.
    2. Increasing the voltage supplied to the motor will make it run faster.

Synonyms

potential difference tension

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "voltage" in English means: The force of electricity measured in volts., A measure of electrical potential difference; the push that causes electric current to flow in a circuit..

The phonetic transcription of "voltage" is /ˈvəʊl.tɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈvoʊl.tɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "voltage": potential difference, tension.

Example usage of "voltage": "The voltage is very high in this wire.". More examples on the page.