noun
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consumption · consume
The German word "Verzehr" is a noun meaning "consumption", especially of food and drink.
- It stems from the verb "verzehren" which means "to consume" or "to eat up".
- The root "zehr" relates to "zehren" meaning "to consume" or "to feed on".
Similar words:
- Konsum (general consumption, often economic)
- Essen (eating, food)
- Nahrung (food, nourishment)
Differences:
- Verzehr specifically refers to the act of consuming, especially food and drink, often implying eating on-site or immediate consumption.
- Konsum is broader, including consumption of goods or services.
- Essen is just "food" or the act "to eat", often more general and less formal than "Verzehr".
- Nahrung focuses on the physical food/nutrition itself rather than the act of consumption.
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Examples
Der Verzehr von Alkohol ist hier verboten.noun
The consumption of alcohol is prohibited here.
Beim Verzehr dieser Speise solltest du vorsichtig sein.noun
When consuming this dish, you should be careful.
Bei schlechtem Wetter findet der Verzehr meistens drinnen statt.noun
In bad weather, the consumption usually takes place indoors.
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