electrical appliance
A native Thai recording for this word is on the way. Please check back soon.
- 1 electrical appliance、electrical equipment
A general term for appliances and other devices powered by electricity, especially those used in the home.
electrical appliance、electrical equipment
Refers collectively to electrically powered appliances such as refrigerators, washing machines, and televisions.
-
ร้านขายเครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้า ráan khǎay khrʉ̂aŋ cháy fay fáa an appliance store ร้านขายเครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้า details
Learning notes
Explanation
The word is formed from เครื่อง (“device or machine”), ใช้ (“use”), and ไฟฟ้า (“electricity”), giving the literal idea of “a device that uses electricity.” It is best learned as a single compound noun. It commonly covers household items such as refrigerators, washing machines, televisions, air conditioners, and microwave ovens. The noun itself does not change between singular and plural. When counting individual appliances, เครื่อง is the usual classifier: เครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้าสามเครื่อง means “three electrical appliances.”
Usage
This word is common when shopping for appliances, furnishing a new home, arranging repairs or warranties, and discussing energy use or electrical safety. It is neutral in register and appears in everyday conversation, advertising, and store signage.
Caution
Although the word often corresponds to “household appliances,” it is not inherently restricted to home use. To make that meaning explicit, use เครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้าในบ้าน or เครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้าภายในบ้าน. Phones and computers also use electricity, but they are often categorized more naturally as อุปกรณ์อิเล็กทรอนิกส์ (“electronic devices”) rather than เครื่องใช้ไฟฟ้า.