ampere
/ˈæmpeə/ · /ˈæmpɪr/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6713 in the learning path
安培（电流单位）
Definitions
n. a unit used to measure electric current
安培（电流单位）
Example
This small lamp draws less than one ampere.
这盏小灯的电流不到一安培。
Students measured the current in amperes to compare the electrical requirements of different household appliances.
学生们以安培为单位测量电流，以比较不同家用电器的用电需求。
Collocations
- electric current in amperes
- one ampere of current
Synonyms
- amp
Usage tip
符号为A；口语常缩为amp，复数加s。
FAQ
- What does ampere mean?
- a unit used to measure electric current
- How is ampere pronounced?
- UK /ˈæmpeə/, US /ˈæmpɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
