farad
1 synonym for farad, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The standard unit used to measure the electrical capacitance of a capacitor.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
F
How to use farad
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
measured in farads
a capacitance of one farad
microfarads and picofarads
It is a technical term used mainly in physics and electronics.
Etymology
The unit is named after the English physicist Michael Faraday.
Full origin of farad →Frequently asked questions
What does a farad measure?
A farad measures electrical capacitance, the ability of a capacitor to store electric charge.
Who is the farad named after?
It is named after the English physicist Michael Faraday.
What is the symbol for a farad?
The symbol for a farad is F.
