tiêu thụ
/tiəw tʰɨ˧˩˧/To consume or use up goods, services, or resources, often in an economic or financial context
Tổng tiêu thụ hàng hóa và dịch vụ trong năm này tăng 5%.
Total consumption of goods and services this year increased by 5%.
Tỉ lệ tiêu thụ năng lượng của gia đình tăng lên.
The household energy consumption rate has increased.
Often used in economic reports, financial analysis, or business contexts to describe consumption patterns.
To spend or expend money or resources
Công ty đã tiêu thụ một lượng lớn vốn vào nghiên cứu phát triển.
The company expended a large amount of capital on research and development.
In finance, this term is often used to describe the allocation of funds or resources.
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
'Tiêu thụ' is more formal and technical. In everyday speech, 'tiêu dùng' (consumption) or 'sử dụng' (use) are more common.
⚡Gold Rule
Economic Context
In economic reports, 'tiêu thụ' often refers to aggregate consumption of goods and services by households or businesses.
📖Word Origin
From 'tiêu' (to consume) + 'thụ' (to receive or absorb), reflecting the act of using up resources.
📝Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'tiêu thụ' is often used in formal or technical contexts, particularly in economics, finance, and business. It emphasizes the act of consuming or using up resources rather than the process of acquisition.