CEFR C1 · Environmental issues

consumption

/kənˈsʌmpʃən/ 📚 Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Consumption refers to the act of using up a resource, product, or service, or the amount of something that is used.

Synonyms

utilization usage expenditure depletion

Antonyms

production creation supply

Translations

consumption in your language

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عربي

الاستهلاك يشير إلى فعل استخدام مورد أو منتج أو خدمة.

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اردو

کھپت کا مطلب ہے کسی وسائل، مصنوعات یا خدمات کا استعمال کرنا۔

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हिंदी

खपत का अर्थ है किसी संसाधन, उत्पाद या सेवा का उपयोग करना।

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中文

消费是指使用资源、产品或服务的行为。

Easy Explanation

It's about using things. How much you use. Like using electricity or food.

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Memory TipThink of 'consume' as 'to use up completely'.

Contextual Examples

The high consumption (use of) of sugar can lead to various health problems.

Our company aims to reduce its energy consumption (amount used) by 20% next year.

There has been a noticeable increase in the consumption (buying of) of organic foods recently.

Pronunciation & Context