Der Energieverbrauch
Example: Der Energieverbrauch im Haus ist diesen Winter gestiegen.
Definition
"Der Energieverbrauch" refers to the amount of energy used by a system, device, or building over a specific period. It quantifies how much power is consumed to operate appliances, heating, or other functions, often measured to monitor efficiency or reduce costs.
Etymology
The German word "der Energieverbrauch" combines "Energie," meaning energy, borrowed from Greek through Latin, and "Verbrauch," meaning consumption or use. Together, they literally mean 'energy consumption,' reflecting the concept of using energy resources.
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"Der Energieverbrauch" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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