Die Spitzenlast
Example: Die Spitzenlast im Stromnetz tritt meist am Abend auf.
Definition
"Die Spitzenlast" refers to the highest level of electricity demand on the power grid, typically occurring during peak usage times, such as in the evening. It indicates the maximum load that the energy system must handle to ensure a stable supply.
Etymology
The term "die Spitzenlast" comes from the German words "Spitze" meaning 'peak' or 'point' and "Last" meaning 'load' or 'burden.' It literally translates to 'peak load,' which perfectly describes the concept of maximum demand in an energy system.
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"Die Spitzenlast" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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