Energia

/eˈnɛr.dʒa/
nounBeginner
general

The capacity to do work, often associated with physical or mental power.

Ha usato tutta la sua energia per finire il progetto.

He used all his energy to finish the project.

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In physics, energy is a measurable property that can be transferred between systems.

informal

Vitality or enthusiasm.

Il suo discorso ha dato energia alla squadra.

His speech gave energy to the team.

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Often used metaphorically to describe motivation or drive.

Collocations

energia solaresolar energyenergia elettricaelectric energyenergia nuclearenuclear energyrisparmio energeticoenergy saving

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Related Phrases

a tutta energiaphrase
with full energy or enthusiasm
risparmiare energiaphrase
to save energy

💡Pro Tip

Energy Types

In Italian, 'energia' can refer to various types like 'energia solare' (solar energy) or 'energia elettrica' (electric energy).

Gold Rule

Gender Agreement

Remember that 'energia' is a feminine noun, so adjectives must agree in gender and number (e.g., 'energia positiva').

📖Word Origin

From Latin 'energia', from Greek 'ἐνέργεια' (energeia), meaning 'activity, operation'.

📝Usage Notes

In technical contexts, 'energia' refers to measurable physical quantities, while in everyday language, it often conveys vitality or enthusiasm.

Word Breakdown

energ
relating to power or activity
root
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-ia
a state or condition
suffix
Dizionario Italiano-Inglese