Energia (en. Energy)

/e.neˈɾi.xa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The capacity that bodies have to perform work.
The energy of the sun is fundamental for life on Earth.
La energía del sol es fundamental para la vida en la Tierra.
The force or vitality that a person possesses.
Today I have a lot of energy to exercise.
Hoy tengo mucha energía para hacer ejercicio.
In physics, the amount that can be transformed or transferred.
Kinetic energy depends on the mass and velocity of the object.
La energía cinética depende de la masa y la velocidad del objeto.

Etymology

From the Greek 'energeia', which means 'activity' or 'action'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have energy
To be full of vitality or enthusiasm.
tener energía
to invest energy
To dedicate effort to an activity.
invertir energía
lack of energy
To feel tired or unmotivated.
falta de energía
to channel energy
To direct vitality towards a specific goal.
canalizar la energía

Related Words

energetic
Related to energy or that provides energy.
energético
renewable energy
Energy obtained from natural sources that regenerate.
energía renovable
electric energy
A type of energy that results from the existence of electric charges.
energía eléctrica

Slang Meanings

To be full of energy.
Today I'm on fire, I have all the energy.
Hoy estoy a mil, tengo toda la energía.
A dynamic and active person.
She is pure energy, she never gets tired.
Ella es pura energía, nunca se cansa.