English–Japanese
“consumption” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishōhi
Example
水の消費を減らします。mizu no shō hi o he ra shi ma su
I reduce water consumption.
How to say “consumption” in Japanese
“Consumption” in Japanese is 消費 (shōhi).
Describes resources being used up through ordinary use, including goods, energy, water, or money.
Example sentences with 消費
夏はエアコンによる電気の消費が増えます。natsu wa e a ko n ni yo ru den ki no shō hi ga fu e ma su
Electricity consumption by air conditioners increases in summer.
Tips for using 消費
- In everyday Japanese, 消費 (shōhi) covers both consumption and spending, so it appears in terms for energy use as well as consumer spending.