Translation of Spanish word "consumo" to English
consumo
/konsuˈmo/
Meaning
Verbthe act of using up or spending something
How to use
Consumo ('consumption / use') is masculine. It is a noun, not a verb, though consumo is also the present first-person singular of the verb consumir ('to consume'). Bienes de consumo — Consumer goods.
🇬🇧 English
consumption
Example
El consumo de agua debe ser reducido en la ciudad.
Water consumption in the city must be reduced.
El consumo de energía eléctrica aumenta en verano.
Electricity consumption increases in summer.
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Common phrases
- sociedad de consumo— consumer society
- bienes de consumo— consumer goods
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The Spanish word "consumo" means "consumption" in English.
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