Identify Household Appliances

Washing machine

The washing machine cleans clothes in a rotating drum with water and detergent.

💡 Did you know? It spins the laundry dry at the end.

Refrigerator

The refrigerator keeps food fresh longer by cooling it.

💡 Did you know? A refrigerant draws heat from inside.

Stove

The stove heats pots and pans via cooktops and usually holds an oven.

💡 Did you know? There are gas, electric and induction stoves.

Vacuum cleaner

The vacuum cleaner sucks up dust and dirt with a stream of air.

💡 Did you know? A bag or bin catches the dirt.

Iron

The iron smooths clothes with a hot soleplate and often steam.

💡 Did you know? Steam releases stubborn creases.

Dishwasher

The dishwasher cleans plates and glasses with hot water jets.

💡 Did you know? Rotating spray arms distribute the water.

Fan

The fan creates a cooling airflow with rotating blades.

💡 Did you know? It cools the skin, not the air.

Hair dryer

The hair dryer dries hair with warm, blown air.

💡 Did you know? It is named after the warm Alpine wind.

Sewing machine

The sewing machine stitches fabric quickly with an upper and lower thread.

💡 Did you know? It revolutionised textile making.

Air conditioner

The air conditioner cools and dehumidifies the room air.

💡 Did you know? It works much like a refrigerator.

Clothes dryer

The clothes dryer dries wet laundry in a warm, rotating drum.

💡 Did you know? It saves hanging the laundry up.

Radiator

The radiator gives off heat to the room, usually via hot water.

💡 Did you know? A thermostat controls the temperature.