energy
/ˈenədʒi/ · /ˈenɚdʒi/
CEFR level A2Topic EnvironmentWord #873 in the learning path
精力；活力
Definitions
n. The strength and enthusiasm needed for physical or mental activity
精力；活力
n. Power used to produce heat, movement, light, or electricity
能量；能源
Example
After a short nap, I had energy to cook.
小睡一会儿后，我有精力做饭了。
Investing in renewable energy can reduce dependence on fossil fuels while creating new employment opportunities.
投资可再生能源可以减少对化石燃料的依赖，同时创造新的就业机会。
Collocations
- full of energy
- renewable energy
- energy consumption
- save energy
Word family
- energetic (adj.)
- energetically (adv.)
- energise (v.)
Synonyms
- vitality
- vigour
Usage tip
表示精力或能源时通常不可数，不说 an energy。
FAQ
- What does energy mean?
- The strength and enthusiasm needed for physical or mental activity Power used to produce heat, movement, light, or electricity
- How is energy pronounced?
- UK /ˈenədʒi/, US /ˈenɚdʒi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
