L'énergy (en. Energy)

[lɛneʁʒi]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
The ability of an entity to produce an effect or perform work.
Kinetic energy is related to the movement of objects.
L'énergie cinétique est liée au mouvement des objets.
Energy can exist in various forms, such as thermal or electrical energy.
We use electrical energy to power our devices.
Nous utilisons de l'énergie électrique pour alimenter nos appareils.
Energy is measured in joules.
The energy consumption of a household is generally expressed in kilowatt-hours.
La consommation d'énergie d'un foyer est généralement exprimée en kilowattheures.

Etymology

From Greek 'energeia', meaning 'activity, operation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

renewable energy
Type of energy that renews naturally.
énergie renouvelable
kinetic energy
Energy related to the movement of bodies.
énergie cinétique
potential energy
Energy stored due to the position of an object.
énergie potentielle
lack of energy
State of fatigue or exhaustion.
manque d'énergie

Related Words

energetic
Related to energy.
énergétique
energize
To activate or stimulate a person's energy.
énergiser
energy-consuming
Which consumes a lot of energy.
énergivore

Slang Meanings

Too much energy, exuberance.
He has crazy energy today!
Il a une énergie de fou aujourd'hui !
The energy of a lively evening.
This party had good energy!
Cette fête avait une bonne énergie !