energy
word
/ˈɛnɝdʒi/
E-nur-jee
/ˈɛnədʒi/
E-nuh-jee
Definition
Energy is the physical or mental power you use to do things. It can also mean a strong, lively quality in a person or place, or power from sources like electricity, gas, or the sun.
Usage & Nuances
Very common and broad. Use 'have energy'/'lack energy' for physical or mental strength, 'high energy' for lively people, music, or atmosphere, and 'renewable energy'/'save energy' for electricity or fuel contexts. Don't confuse it with only scientific meaning.
Spanish: energíaPortuguese (BR): energiaPortuguese (PT): energiaChinese (Simplified): 精力 - 能源 - 活力Chinese (Traditional): 精力 - 能源 - 活力Hindi: ऊर्जा - ताकतArabic: طاقة - نشاطBengali: শক্তি - উদ্যমRussian: энергияJapanese: エネルギーVietnamese: năng lượngKorean: 에너지Turkish: enerjiUrdu: توانائی - انرجیIndonesian: energi
Example Sentences
The kids have so much energy after school.
basic
I don't have much energy today.
basic
This phone uses less energy than the old one.
basic
I need a quiet weekend to get my energy back.
natural
She brings a lot of positive energy to the team.
natural
We're trying to use more renewable energy at home.
natural