What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
voltaic
Example
The voltaic cell produces electricity through a chemical reaction. [voltaic: adjective]
Example
The scientist studied the voltaic effect in his experiment. [voltaic: noun]
galvanic
Example
The galvanic cell generates electricity through the interaction of two different metals. [galvanic: adjective]
Example
The engineer used a galvanic cell to power the device. [galvanic: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Voltaic is more commonly used than galvanic in everyday language. However, both words are technical terms and may not be familiar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between voltaic and galvanic?
Both voltaic and galvanic are technical terms and are typically used in formal or technical contexts.
