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Multimeter
Electrical Engineering · Electronics Engineering · Last updated: July 30, 2026 · How this entry was written
Definition: A versatile electronic measuring instrument that combines the functions of voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter. It is used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits.
Example in context
“The technician used a digital multimeter to measure the supply voltage at the distribution board and found it was 230 volts.”
“Teknisyen, dağıtım panosundaki besleme voltajını ölçmek için dijital bir multimetre kullandı ve bunun 230 volt olduğunu buldu.”
Where engineers use it
A fundamental tool for every electrical engineer used daily for troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance. It provides quick checks of circuit continuity, voltage levels, and component values.
Synonyms: DMM, digital multimeter, VOM, volt-ohm-milliammeter
In Electronics Engineering
A handheld or bench instrument that measures several electrical quantities, typically voltage, current, and resistance, and displays the result on a single readout.
“Using a multimeter in continuity mode, the technician found the broken connection within a minute instead of unsoldering the entire connector block.”
Practice: can you use “Multimeter” at work?
A motor controller is not energizing. You suspect a blown fuse or a tripped breaker. How can you safely confirm using a handheld instrument?
Show a model answer
“Grab a multimeter to check the voltage at the panel before proceeding.”
“Multimeter” in 21 languages
| English | Multimeter |
|---|---|
| Turkish | Multimetre |
| French | Multimètre |
| German | Multimeter |
| Spanish | Multímetro |
| Chinese | 万用表 |
| Arabic | مقياس متعدد |
| Portuguese | Multímetro |
| Russian | Мультиметр |
| Japanese | マルチメータ |
| Italian | Multimetro |
| Vietnamese | Đồng hồ vạn năng |
| Hindi | मल्टीमीटर |
| Thai | มัลติมิเตอร์ |
| Indonesian | Multimeter |
| Korean | 멀티미터 |
| Bengali | মাল্টিমিটার |
| Dutch | Multimeter |
| Swedish | Multimeter |
| Finnish | Yleismittari |
| Ukrainian | Мультиметр |
Frequently asked questions
What does Multimeter mean in engineering?
A versatile electronic measuring instrument that combines the functions of voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter. It is used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits. In Electrical Engineering, the term carries a usage-frequency rating of 10/10 in the Engineering English library.
How do you pronounce Multimeter?
Multimeter is pronounced /ˈmʌltɪmiːtər/ (IPA). The Engineering English app plays audio for the term and checks your pronunciation with speech recognition.
How is Multimeter used in a sentence?
Example from an engineering context: “The technician used a digital multimeter to measure the supply voltage at the distribution board and found it was 230 volts.”
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