What is the diffrewnce between Voltage and Current?

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More specifically, I understand what they are (Voltage is the guide of electricity and Current is the speed of the flow), but I’m having trouble understanding their relation. For example: in a hypothetical scenario where I have a 220v source that outputs 1amp through an uncovered wire, since the voltage is only the guide of electricity, would it be safe to touch?

I also may be wring about the definition of Voltage and Current all together.

All help is appreciated! THX!

(I’m 14 and learing about electronics on the internet. English is also NOT my first language)

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I like the water hose analogy. The water is the current, the water pressure is the voltage, and the size of the hose is the resistance. More pressure (voltage) means more water (amps). Less resistance (think fire hose vs garden hose) means more current.

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