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consumption
UK
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
US
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
consumptions
pl
Translations
The consumption of natural resources has increased significantly over the past century.
La consommation des ressources naturelles a augmenté de manière significative au cours du siècle dernier.
The consumption of electricity in the household was higher during the winter months.
La consommation d'électricité du foyer était plus élevée pendant les mois d'hiver.
Moderate consumption of red wine is often considered beneficial for heart health.
Une consommation modérée de vin rouge est souvent considérée comme bénéfique pour la santé cardiaque.
Private consumption fell sharply during the recession.
La consommation privée a fortement chuté pendant la récession.
Additional translations
Definitions
The consumption of natural resources has increased significantly over the past century.
The consumption of electricity in the household was higher during the winter months.
Moderate consumption of red wine is often considered beneficial for heart health.
In the 19th century, consumption was a common cause of death.
Private consumption fell sharply during the recession.
UK
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
US
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., consumption tax, consumption patterns).
Translations
The government introduced a consumption tax on luxury items.
Le gouvernement a introduit une taxe à la consommation sur les articles de luxe.
Definitions
The government introduced a consumption tax on luxury items.