消费
To use up a resource (time, money, energy) or to buy and use goods and services.
Examples
3 of 5这种电器消费的电量很大。
This appliance consumes a lot of electricity.
政府鼓励通过消费来刺激经济。
The government encourages consumption to stimulate the economy.
本文研究了不同收入阶层的消费行为。
This paper studies the consumption behavior of different income levels.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '消' (disappear/consume) and '费' (fee/cost).
Quick Quiz
现在的_______越来越注重产品的环保性能。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 消费者
Examples
这种电器消费的电量很大。
everydayThis appliance consumes a lot of electricity.
政府鼓励通过消费来刺激经济。
businessThe government encourages consumption to stimulate the economy.
本文研究了不同收入阶层的消费行为。
academicThis paper studies the consumption behavior of different income levels.
我们在餐厅消费了五百元。
informalWe spent five hundred yuan at the restaurant.
大众消费水平在逐年提高。
formalThe level of mass consumption is increasing year by year.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
消费习惯
consumption habits
理性消费
rational consumption
消费心理
consumer psychology
Often Confused With
'消费' is usually used for economic spending or purchasing, while '消耗' is used for using up resources like energy, time, or strength.
Usage Notes
A key term in IELTS Academic Reading and Writing when discussing the economy or lifestyle.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '消费' only for money, but it can also apply to energy or resources.
Memory Tip
Think of '消' (disappear/consume) and '费' (fee/cost).
Word Origin
From 'xiāo' (disappear/waste) and 'fèi' (expense).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
现在的_______越来越注重产品的环保性能。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 消费者
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