(un)plugging an appliance

(Des)enchufar un electrodoméstico is a Spanish phrase that refers to the act of (un)plugging an appliance in English. This could be any appliance that needs electricity to function, such as a refrigerator, a washing machine, a microwave, etc. The word 'enchufar' translates to 'plug in', and 'desenchufar' to 'unplug'. An 'electrodoméstico' is any household device that runs on electricity, which we refer to in English as an 'appliance'. Therefore, when someone uses this phrase, they could either be talking about connecting an appliance to a power source or removing it from one.

Example sentences using: (des)enchufar un electrodoméstico

Es importante desenchufar un electrodoméstico después de usarlo para ahorrar energía.

It is important to unplug an appliance after using it to save energy.

This phrase emphasizes the importance of unplugging appliances when they are not in use, as a way to conserve electricity.

Siempre desenchufo la cafetera antes de irme a trabajar.

I always unplug the coffee maker before leaving for work.

The speaker indicates a routine action of unplugging the coffee maker for safety and energy conservation when leaving home.

Recuerda enchufar el televisor antes de que comience la película.

Remember to plug in the television before the movie starts.

This phrase serves as a reminder to connect the television to the power source in preparation for watching a movie.