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    D'énergie (en. Of energy)

    /de.ɛ.neʁ.ʒi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The potential or capacity of a system to perform work.
    The house consumes a lot of energy for heating.
    La maison consomme beaucoup d'énergie pour le chauffage.
    Characteristic of a being or thing that acts dynamically.
    This child is full of energy and never stays still.
    Cet enfant déborde d'énergie et ne tient jamais en place.
    A set of resources that enable a process to occur.
    Renewable energies are essential for a sustainable future.
    Les énergies renouvelables sont essentielles pour un avenir durable.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word energy comes from the Greek 'energeia', meaning 'activity' or 'work'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have energy
    To be full of vitality and ready to act.
    avoir de l'énergie
    renewable energy
    Energy coming from infinite or sustainable sources.
    énergie renouvelable
    kinetic energy
    Energy of a body in motion.
    énergie cinétique

    Related Words

    energetic
    Relates to energy or its use.
    énergétique
    energize
    To make full of energy, to stimulate.
    énergiser
    energetically
    Energetically, with force.
    énergiquement

    Slang Meanings

    To be fit, full of punch.
    This weekend, I was really energetic; I biked all day long.
    Ce weekend, j'étais vraiment d'énergie, j'ai fait du vélo toute la journée.
    To have a great motivation or enthusiasm.
    With all these projects, I'm really in the energy right now.
    Avec tous ces projets, je suis à fond dans l'énergie en ce moment.