American English

How to pronounce energy

nounB1Very common word
EHnerjee

/ˈɛ.nɚ.ʤi/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

The strength you have to move, work, or stay active.

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Meanings & examples

noun

The strength you have to move, work, or stay active.

I don't have enough energy to cook tonight.

After a short break, he had more energy.

Common phrases & grammar

have enough energy · a lot of energy · run out of energy · get your energy back

have + energy + to + verb

noun

Power that makes machines, vehicles, and devices work, or that provides heat and light.

Turn off the lights to save energy.

Most of this building's energy comes from the sun.

Common phrases & grammar

save energy · renewable energy · solar energy · energy source

use + energy + to + verb

energy + from + noun

noun

Enthusiasm and effort that make you active and interested.

She answered every question with energy.

The new manager brought energy to the team.

Common phrases & grammar

full of energy · positive energy · bring energy to · with energy

verb + with + energy

bring + energy + to + noun

Useful expressions

energy level

The amount of physical or mental energy that someone has.

My energy level is low today.

energy-efficient

Using less energy than usual to do the same job.

We bought an energy-efficient refrigerator.

energy drink

A drink, often containing caffeine, that is sold as a way to increase alertness or energy.

He had an energy drink before the long drive.

Related words & forms

Energy is usually used without a or an: We need more energy.