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ampere

 

[ æmˈpɛr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

unit of measurement

The ampere is the SI unit of electric current. It is defined as the flow of electric charge through a conductor, with one ampere representing one coulomb of charge per second. The ampere is a fundamental measure in electrical systems and is crucial for understanding electrical appliances and circuits.

Synonyms

a, amp

Examples of usage

  • The circuit operates at five amperes.
  • You need to ensure that the wire can handle the current of ten amperes.
  • An ampere is used to measure how much electric charge flows in a circuit.

Translations

Translations of the word "ampere" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ampère

🇮🇳 ऐम्पियर

🇩🇪 Ampere

🇮🇩 ampere

🇺🇦 ампер

🇵🇱 amper

🇯🇵 アンペア

🇫🇷 ampère

🇪🇸 amperio

🇹🇷 amper

🇰🇷 암페어

🇸🇦 أمبير

🇨🇿 ampér

🇸🇰 ampér

🇨🇳 安培

🇸🇮 amper

🇮🇸 amper

🇰🇿 ампер

🇬🇪 ამპერ

🇦🇿 amper

🇲🇽 amperio

Etymology

The term 'ampere' is named after the French physicist André-Marie Ampère, who made significant contributions to the study of electromagnetism in the early 19th century. The unit was adopted in 1881 during the International Electrical Congress in Paris, and it was later included in the International System of Units (SI). It was recognized as one of the basic units of measurement and has since become fundamental in the fields of electronics, physics, and engineering. The ampere is a critical component in the calculations and design of electrical systems, highlighting its enduring legacy in both scientific and practical applications.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,796, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.