Die Energieeffizienz
Example: Die Energieeffizienz des neuen Hauses ist beeindruckend hoch.
Definition
"Energieeffizienz" refers to the measure of how effectively energy is used to perform a specific task or function, minimizing waste and maximizing output. It describes the ability of a system, such as a building or machine, to use less energy while maintaining the same level of performance.
Etymology
The word "Energieeffizienz" is a compound from German, combining "Energie" meaning energy and "Effizienz" meaning efficiency. "Energie" comes from the Greek 'energeia,' meaning activity or operation, while "Effizienz" derives from Latin 'efficere,' meaning to accomplish. Did you know? The concept of efficiency became especially important during the industrial revolution and energy crises, influencing the term's adoption.
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"Die Energieeffizienz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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