Japanese Conversation · Level 23
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Japanese word
エネルギー
Pronunciation
Romajienerugī
Meaning
- nounenergy
Example
体を動かすにはエネルギーが必要です。karada o ugo ka su ni wa e ne ru gī ga hitsu yō de su
We need energy to move our bodies.
More examples
運動すると、エネルギーを使います。un dō su ru to e ne ru gī o tsuka i ma su
When I exercise, I use energy.
朝は朝食を食べて、エネルギーを補給します。asa wa chō shoku o ta be te e ne ru gī o ho kyū shi ma su
I eat breakfast and replenish my energy in the morning.
Core concept
Refers to the capacity stored or used to produce movement and sustain activity.
Common phrases
エネルギーを使うe ne ru gī o tsuka u
use energy
エネルギーを節約するe ne ru gī o setsu yaku su ru
save energy
エネルギーが切れるe ne ru gī ga ki re ru
run out of energy
Similar words
活力katsuryoku: The strength and liveliness needed to remain active and continue activity.
体力tairyoku: The physical strength needed to move the body and continue an activity.
気力kiryoku: The mental strength and willingness needed to begin or continue an activity.
Definition in Japanese
生命活動や運動を行うための力。sei mei katsu dō ya un dō o okona u ta me no chikara
Word origin
エネルギー (enerugī, "energy") is a loanword based on German Energie, a form related to Greek energeia, meaning activity or effectiveness.
Usage tips
- English speakers use energy in the common phrase full of energy to describe a person who is lively and active.