Die Ernährung
Example: Eine gesunde Ernährung gibt uns viel Energie für den Tag.
Definition
"Die Ernährung" refers to the process and practice of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth. It includes all aspects of consuming nutrients that supply energy and maintain bodily functions, as in the example phrase: "Eine gesunde Ernährung gibt uns viel Energie für den Tag."
Etymology
The word "die Ernährung" originates from the German verb "ernähren," which means to nourish or feed. This, in turn, comes from the Old High German "ernæren," related to nurturing or sustaining life, reflecting the essential role of nutrition in human survival and energy provision.
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"Die Ernährung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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