din6 zi2 lau4電子流电子流
Jyutpingdin6 zi2 lau4
Yaledihn jí làuh
Definition
Electron flow; the stream of electrons moving through a conductor.
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How it's used
While technically accurate in physics contexts, this term is rarely used in daily conversation. Most people prefer the common term 電流 when discussing electricity in everyday life. Using the full phrase sounds highly academic or like a direct translation from a textbook.
Examples
The electric current inside this wire is very strong.
Do you know how to measure electric current?
Related words
Common phrases
measure electric current
Common mistake
Learners often over-use this term because it appears in dictionaries, but native speakers almost exclusively use 電流 for general purposes. Using the longer version can make your speech sound unnatural or overly formal.
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
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