German Conversation · Level 156
30 words
German word
Energieversorgung
Pronunciation
IPA/enɛʁˈgiːfɛɐ̯ˌzɔʁgʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounenergy supply
Example
Die Kosten der Energieversorgung steigen.
The costs of energy supply are rising.
More examples
In ländlichen Regionen ist die Energieversorgung häufig regional organisiert.
In rural regions, energy supply is often organized regionally.
Core concept
A coordinated chain that produces energy, moves it through infrastructure, and delivers it to users.
Common phrases
regionale Energieversorgung
regional energy supply
stabile Energieversorgung
stable energy supply
Energieversorgung garantieren
guarantee energy supply
Similar words
Stromversorgung: The system for delivering electricity from power plants to homes and facilities.
Stromnetz: The network of power lines and substations that transmits electricity.
Energieinfrastruktur: The facilities and equipment needed to generate and deliver energy.
Energiepolitik: Government policies governing the supply and use of energy.
Definition in German
Die Gesamtheit von Prozessen und Einrichtungen, die Energie erzeugen, transportieren und an Verbraucher liefern.
Word origin
Energieversorgung combines Energie, from Greek energia through Latin, with Versorgung, derived from versorgen in the sense of providing or caring for.
Usage tips
- Energieversorgung is feminine, so standard forms include die Energieversorgung and der Energieversorgung; it can cover more than electricity alone.
Other meanings
- energy supply systemnoun
Opposites
- Energieknappheitenergy shortagenoun
- Versorgungsstörungsupply disruptionnoun
Related words
- Energieversorgerenergy suppliernoun
- Energieversorgungssystemenergy supply systemnoun