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volt

Pronunciation: [voʊlt]

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Learn how to use volt in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “science”

(noun) a unit of measurement for electrical potential. Think of it like a measurement of how much 'push' the electricity has to move through wires and power devices. More volts mean more power.

Example

The battery provides 9 volts of electricity to the toy, so it can work well.

Example

The old battery was too weak; it didn't have enough volts to turn on the flashlight.

Example

How many volts does this device need to operate properly?

How to pronounce volt

Pronunciation: [voʊlt]

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