Der Energieverlust
Example: Der Energieverlust im Motor ist oft sehr hoch.
Definition
"Der Energieverlust" refers to the loss of energy in a system, such as a motor, where energy is dissipated and not converted into useful work. It describes the amount of energy that escapes or is wasted during a process.
Etymology
The term "der Energieverlust" is a compound of the German words "Energie" meaning energy, and "Verlust" meaning loss. "Energie" comes from the Greek word "energeia," meaning activity or operation, while "Verlust" derives from the Old High German "firluist," meaning loss or deprivation.
Learn to use this word actively
"Der Energieverlust" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select German as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
