能耗 (néng hào) refers to energy consumption. It is commonly used in discussions about energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and technological advancements. Understanding this term is essential for engaging in conversations about climate change and energy policies.
HSK 7, rank #67370, Very Hard
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March 24, 2026
能耗()nénghào(neng2hao4)
能耗 (néng hào) refers to energy consumption. It is commonly used in discussions about energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and technological advancements. Understanding this term is essential for engaging in conversations about climate change and energy policies.
Frequency#67370DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In China, energy conservation is a significant topic due to rapid urbanization and industrialization. The government promotes policies to reduce 能耗 as part of its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality.
Memory Tip
Think of 能 (néng) as 'ability' or 'capability' and 耗 (hào) as 'to consume' or 'to waste'. Imagine a powerful machine capable of doing great work (能) but consuming a lot of energy (耗), like a sports car that can go fast but uses a lot of gas.
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能耗Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
能耗 (energy consumption) vs 能力 (ability) — use 能耗 when discussing energy use, not能力 which refers to someone's capability.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 能 (néng) as 'ability' or 'capability' and 耗 (hào) as 'to consume' or 'to waste'. Imagine a powerful machine capable of doing great work (能) but consuming a lot of energy (耗), like a sports car that can go fast but uses a lot of gas.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 能耗 with 能力 (nénglì), which means 'ability'. 能耗 is often used in formal contexts, such as reports or discussions about energy policies. Common collocations include '降低能耗' (reduce energy consumption) and '能耗标准' (energy consumption standards).
HSK Study Tips
This term may not appear in lower HSK levels, but it is relevant for students at HSK 5 or higher, especially those interested in environmental science or technology. Focus on related vocabulary like 能源 (energy source) and 效率 (efficiency) to build a stronger context.
Cultural Note
In China, energy conservation is a significant topic due to rapid urbanization and industrialization. The government promotes policies to reduce 能耗 as part of its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 能耗 with similar terms like 能力 (ability). For instance, saying '我有很高的能耗' (I have high ability) is incorrect; the correct context would be '这个设备的能耗很高' (This device has high energy consumption).
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Cultural Notes for 能耗
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In China, energy conservation is a significant topic due to rapid urbanization and industrialization. The government promotes policies to reduce 能耗 as part of its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality.
Frequently Asked Questions about 能耗
能耗 refers specifically to energy consumption, while 能源 means energy source. Understanding both is crucial for discussing energy policies.
You can say '我们需要减少能耗以保护环境' which means 'We need to reduce energy consumption to protect the environment.'
能耗 is primarily used in formal contexts, especially in discussions related to energy policies and sustainability.
