Translation guide
A type of electric current that periodically reverses direction. In Japanese, it is commonly referred to as 交流 (kouryuu), often used in technical and everyday contexts related to electricity.
The standard technical term for alternating current, used in physics, engineering, and everyday appliances.
The standard term for alternating current. Used in all contexts, from technical to everyday.
交流 (kouryuu) means alternating current, while 直流 (chokuryuu) means direct current. They are often contrasted in technical discussions.
家庭用の電気は交流です。
Household electricity is alternating current.
Please explain the difference between alternating current and direct current.
Literally 'alternating current electric current'. More explicit but less common than 交流 alone. Used when clarity is needed.
This device operates on alternating current.
The English abbreviation 'AC' is widely understood in technical contexts, often used in product specifications or engineering discussions.
This adapter supports AC 100V.
Alternating current changes direction periodically, while direct current is constant.