NOUN
Energieverbrauch/enɛʁˈɡiːfɛɐ̯ˌbʁaʊ̯x/energy consumption; energy use
Energieverbrauch is a German noun that means energy consumption or energy use. It is pronounced /enɛʁˈɡiːfɛɐ̯ˌbʁaʊ̯x/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Energieverbräuche".
Definitions
1.the amount of energy used by a person, device, building, or society(environment; economy)
a.total quantity of energy used
Der Energieverbrauch eines Haushalts kann durch energiesparende Geräte gesenkt werden.—The energy consumption of a household can be reduced by using energy-saving devices.
b.measurement of energy use over time
Der jährliche Energieverbrauch eines Landes ist ein wichtiger wirtschaftlicher Indikator.—A country's annual energy consumption is an important economic indicator.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Energieverbrauch | die Energieverbräuche |
| Genitive | des Energieverbrauchs | der Energieverbräuche |
| Dative | dem Energieverbrauch | den Energieverbräuchen |
| Accusative | den Energieverbrauch | die Energieverbräuche |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Energieverbrauch" mean in English?
- "Energieverbrauch" means energy consumption or energy use. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Energieverbrauch"?
- "Energieverbrauch" is pronounced /enɛʁˈɡiːfɛɐ̯ˌbʁaʊ̯x/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Energieverbrauch" der, die, or das?
- "Energieverbrauch" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Energieverbrauch"?
- The plural of "Energieverbrauch" is "Energieverbräuche".
- What part of speech is "Energieverbrauch"?
- "Energieverbrauch" is a noun in German.
