El consumo de energía
Example: El consumo de energía en casa aumentó este invierno.
Definition
"El consumo de energía" refers to the amount of energy used by appliances, devices, or systems, typically measured over a period. It indicates how much electrical, thermal, or mechanical power is consumed, often relevant in households, industries, or transportation sectors.
Etymology
The phrase "el consumo de energía" comes from Spanish, where "consumo" means consumption or usage, derived from Latin 'consumere,' meaning to take up or use completely. "Energía" traces back to Greek 'energeia,' meaning activity or operation. Together, they describe the act of using energy.
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"El consumo de energía" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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