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A2 noun 9 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

consommation

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव consommation 30 सेकंड में

व्याख्या consommation in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'consommation' is a word you will mostly see on signs and menus. Think of it as 'a drink' in a café. If you go to a French café, you might see a sign that says 'consommation obligatoire.' This simply means you need to buy something to sit there. You don't need to worry about complex economics yet. Just remember that it is a feminine word ('la consommation') and it usually refers to what you are drinking or eating in a public place. It's a useful word for basic survival in a French city.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the A2 level, you start to use 'consommation' in more everyday contexts. You will see it on your electricity or water bills. It describes how much of something you use. For example, 'ma consommation d'eau' (my water consumption). You might also hear it in health contexts, like 'la consommation de fruits' (eating fruits). It's important to start pairing it with the preposition 'de'. You should also know the word 'consommateur' (consumer), which is the person who does the 'consommation.' This level is about practical, daily usage.

At the B1 level, you can use 'consommation' to talk about social and environmental issues. You might discuss 'la société de consommation' (the consumer society) and express your opinion on whether people buy too many things. You will encounter it in news articles about the economy—for example, when the government wants to 'booster la consommation' (boost spending). You should be comfortable using adjectives with it, like 'excessive,' 'durable' (sustainable), or 'responsable.' You are moving from just 'buying a drink' to understanding how society uses resources.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B2 level, you understand the nuances between 'consommation,' 'utilisation,' and 'usage.' You can use the word in formal arguments, perhaps discussing 'le droit de la consommation' (consumer law) or the 'Date Limite de Consommation' (expiry dates) in the context of food waste. You are aware of the word's role in technical reports, such as a car's 'consommation de carburant' (fuel consumption). You can use it abstractly, like 'la consommation d'espace' in urban planning. Your vocabulary is becoming more precise and academic.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C1 level, you explore the sociological and philosophical implications of 'consommation.' You might read texts by Jean Baudrillard about the 'system of objects' and how consumption defines identity in the modern world. You are comfortable with legal terminology like 'la consommation du litige' or 'la consommation d'une infraction.' You can switch between registers easily, from a casual conversation about 'les consommations' at a bar to a high-level economic analysis of 'la propension marginale à consommer' (marginal propensity to consume).

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C2 level, you have a near-native grasp of the word's history and its myriad applications. You can use it in highly specialized fields like thermodynamics, theology (the consumption of the elements in a rite), or advanced law. You understand the subtle historical shifts in the word's meaning from the 12th century to today. You can play with the word in literature or poetry, using it metaphorically to describe the 'consumption' of a soul or a passion. The word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a tool for precise and nuanced expression.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

consommation 30 सेकंड में

Refers to using up resources like food, water, or energy.
Commonly means 'a drink' when you are at a French café.
Used in economics to describe household spending habits.
Always feminine (la consommation) and often followed by 'de'.

The French word consommation is a multifaceted noun that English speakers primarily translate as 'consumption.' However, its application in French culture and language spans across several distinct domains, ranging from the purely biological act of eating to the complex economic structures of modern society. At its core, the word describes the act of using up a resource, whether that resource is tangible like food and electricity, or intangible like time and data. Understanding this word requires looking at it through three main lenses: everyday life, economics, and technical utility.

Everyday Usage (Food and Drink): In a café or restaurant setting, a 'consommation' refers to the beverage or item you have ordered. If a sign says 'consommation obligatoire,' it means you must buy a drink to sit there. It encompasses the act of consuming nutrients or refreshments.

La consommation excessive de sucre est mauvaise pour la santé.

Economic Context: In economics, it refers to the total spending by households on goods and services. The French often discuss the 'société de consommation' (consumer society), a term that carries significant sociological weight, often critiquing the post-war boom of materialism.

Furthermore, the word is ubiquitous in environmental and technical discussions. When discussing a car's fuel efficiency, the French speak of 'consommation de carburant.' In the context of the climate crisis, 'réduire notre consommation d'énergie' (reducing our energy consumption) is a frequent headline. It is a word that bridges the gap between the personal choice of what to eat and the global impact of industrial output. It is neutral in tone but can be colored by the context, appearing in medical warnings, financial reports, or casual invitations to a bar. In the legal sense, 'le droit de la consommation' refers to consumer protection laws, protecting the 'consommateur' (consumer) from unfair practices. This breadth makes it an essential A2-level word because it appears on utility bills, menus, and news broadcasts alike. It is not just about 'eating'; it is about the entire cycle of acquisition and depletion of resources in a modern world.

Ma voiture a une faible consommation d'essence.

Technical and Environmental: Refers to the rate at which machines or systems use resources like electricity, water, or data. Essential for understanding bills and technical specifications.

Using 'consommation' correctly requires paying attention to the prepositions that follow it. Most commonly, it is followed by 'de' (of) to specify what is being consumed. For example, 'la consommation d'eau' (water consumption) or 'la consommation d'électricité' (electricity consumption). When used in the plural, 'les consommations' usually refers to multiple drinks ordered at a table. It is a feminine noun, so it always takes feminine articles: 'la consommation,' 'une consommation,' or 'cette consommation.'

Nous devons surveiller notre consommation de chauffage cet hiver.

Quantifying Consumption: Adjectives like 'forte' (high), 'faible' (low), 'excessive' (excessive), and 'modérée' (moderate) are frequently used to describe the level of consumption.

In a sentence describing habits, you might say: 'Sa consommation de café est impressionnante' (His coffee consumption is impressive). Notice how the noun functions as the subject. In economic reports, you will see phrases like 'la consommation des ménages' (household consumption), where 'ménages' represents the consuming unit. If you are talking about the act of finishing something, like a project or a goal, 'consommation' is rarely used; instead, use 'achèvement' or 'réalisation.' 'Consommation' implies a 'using up' rather than a 'completion.'

Le prix des consommations est affiché à l'entrée du bar.

Another important structure is 'propre à la consommation' (fit for consumption). You will see this on food packaging or when discussing water quality. For instance, 'Cette eau n'est pas propre à la consommation' means the water is not potable. In a more abstract sense, the 'consommation d'un crime' refers to the actual fulfillment or commission of a crime in legal terminology. However, for A2 learners, focusing on the 'resource usage' and 'drinks' meanings is most beneficial. When writing, ensure that if you use 'consommation' to mean drinks, you are in a social context; otherwise, it will sound like you are discussing thermodynamics or economics.

Common Verb Pairings: Verbs like 'réduire' (to reduce), 'augmenter' (to increase), 'analyser' (to analyze), and 'limiter' (to limit) are the natural partners of this noun.

La consommation locale est encouragée par la mairie.

You will encounter 'consommation' in a variety of real-world scenarios in France. One of the most common places is the local **café**. If you are meeting friends, someone might ask, 'Tu as déjà pris ta consommation ?' (Have you already ordered/gotten your drink?). In this context, it is a very polite and standard way to refer to the beverage that justifies your presence at the table. It sounds more formal than just saying 'ton verre' (your glass) or 'ton café,' but it is very common in the service industry.

News and Media: Journalists frequently use the term when discussing 'le pouvoir d'achat' (purchasing power). You'll hear: 'La consommation des Français a baissé ce mois-ci' (French consumption has dropped this month).

Veuillez régler vos consommations au comptoir.

In the **home**, you will see it on every utility bill. Your 'facture d'électricité' will have a section labeled 'Détail de votre consommation,' showing exactly how many kilowatt-hours you used. Similarly, if you are buying a car in France, the 'consommation aux 100 km' is the standard metric for fuel efficiency. On **food labels**, you will find 'Date Limite de Consommation' (DLC), which is the 'Use By' date. This is crucial for safety; after this date, the product is no longer considered 'propre à la consommation.' Environmental activists use the word to criticize 'la surconsommation' (overconsumption), urging people to move toward 'une consommation responsable' (responsible consumption).

In **legal and administrative** contexts, the 'Code de la consommation' is a set of laws that every French business must follow. If you have a problem with a purchase, you might contact a 'service de défense des consommateurs.' Finally, in **medical** settings, a doctor might ask about your 'consommation de tabac ou d'alcool.' Here, it is the professional way to discuss habits. Whether you are paying for a beer, checking your gas meter, or listening to an economic forecast, 'consommation' is the thread that ties these diverse activities together under the concept of resource usage.

La consommation collaborative gagne du terrain.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is using 'consommation' when they should use 'utilisation.' While both involve using something, 'consommation' implies that the thing is being *used up* or *destroyed* in the process. For example, you 'consommez' fuel because once it is burned, it is gone. You 'utilisez' a hammer because the hammer remains after the job is done. Using 'consommation d'un outil' (consumption of a tool) sounds like you ate the tool!

Confusing Noun and Verb: Learners often forget that the verb is 'consommer.' Do not say 'faire une consommation' when you mean 'to consume'; simply use 'consommer.'

Faux ami: Don't confuse consommation with 'consummation' in the sense of 'perfection' or 'completion' of a task.

Another error is the gender. It is common for learners to assume nouns ending in '-tion' are masculine if they aren't careful, but in French, almost all '-tion' nouns are feminine. Saying 'le consommation' is a hallmark of a beginner error. Additionally, in a bar, if you want to pay for everyone's drinks, don't say 'Je paye la consommation'; say 'C'est ma tournée' or 'Je paye les consommations' (plural), as 'la consommation' (singular) sounds like you are only paying for one specific drink or the general concept of drinking.

Finally, avoid using 'consommation' to describe 'spending' in a general, non-economic sense. If you spent the afternoon walking, you didn't 'consommer' the afternoon; you 'passé' (spent) the afternoon. 'Consommation' is tied to resources. If you say 'ma consommation de temps,' it sounds very technical, like you are a robot measuring efficiency. Stick to 'consommation' for things that can be measured in liters, watts, grams, or euros within a market context.

Incorrect: Le consommation d'eau. Correct: La consommation d'eau.

To truly master 'consommation,' you must understand its synonyms and how they differ in nuance. The most common alternative is **utilisation**. While 'consommation' implies the resource is used up, 'utilisation' is broader and simply means 'the act of using.' For example, 'l'utilisation d'Internet' is more common than 'la consommation d'Internet,' although the latter is used when talking about data limits.

Consommation vs. Usage: 'Usage' refers to the custom or the way something is typically used. 'L'usage du tabac' is the habit of smoking, whereas 'la consommation de tabac' is the measurable amount smoked.

Il y a une différence entre l'usage et la consommation.

Another related word is **dépense** (expense/spending). In economics, 'consommation' is what you get for your 'dépense.' You spend money (dépense) to achieve consumption (consommation). In a biological context, you might use **absorption**. When a doctor talks about how your body takes in nutrients, they might use 'absorption' instead of 'consommation' to be more scientifically precise. For energy, **débit** (flow/output) is sometimes used as a synonym for the rate of consumption, especially with water or electricity.

Finally, consider **gaspillage** (waste). This is the negative opposite of 'consommation.' If consumption is the useful or necessary use of a resource, 'gaspillage' is the unnecessary or excessive use. Environmental campaigns often contrast 'consommation responsable' with 'gaspillage alimentaire' (food waste). Understanding these distinctions helps you choose the right word for the right level of formality and the right ethical stance.

Réduire le gaspillage pour une meilleure consommation.

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

The word originally had a more positive sense of 'completion' or 'perfection' before it evolved to mean 'using up' or 'depleting'.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /kɔ̃.sɔ.ma.sjɔ̃/

US /kɔ̃.sɔ.mɑ.sjɔ̃/

The stress in French is usually on the final syllable 'tion'.

तुकबंदी

nation station formation création passion mission réaction solution

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing the final 'n' as a hard consonant.
Making the 'ss' sound like a 'z'.
Treating the 'con' like the English word 'con' (it must be nasal).
Confusing the '-tion' ending with '-shun' (it's more like 'ss-y-ohn').
Misgendering it as masculine.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 2/5

Easy to recognize because of the English cognate 'consumption'.

लिखना 3/5

Requires remembering the feminine gender and the double 's' and double 'm'.

बोलना 3/5

The nasal 'on' sounds and the '-tion' ending require practice.

श्रवण 2/5

Clear pronunciation usually makes it easy to pick out in speech.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

manger boire utiliser eau argent

आगे सीखें

consommer consommateur gaspillage achat facture

उन्नत

obsolescence programmée pouvoir d'achat décroissance entropie

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Nouns ending in -tion are almost always feminine.

La nation, la consommation, la station.

The preposition 'de' is used to link consumption to its object.

Consommation de pain.

Adjectives must agree in gender with 'consommation'.

Une consommation excessive.

The plural 'consommations' often refers to individual units (drinks).

Trois consommations.

Nasal vowels are crucial for the pronunciation of 'con-' and '-tion'.

The 'on' in 'bon'.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

Une consommation, s'il vous plaît.

A drink, please.

Singular feminine noun.

La consommation est obligatoire ici.

Ordering a drink is mandatory here.

Subject of the sentence.

Où est ma consommation ?

Where is my drink?

Possessive adjective 'ma' used with feminine noun.

Le prix de la consommation est de cinq euros.

The price of the drink is five euros.

Genitive construction with 'de la'.

Je prends une petite consommation.

I'm having a small drink.

Adjective 'petite' agrees with feminine noun.

Merci pour la consommation.

Thanks for the drink.

Preposition 'pour' followed by the noun.

C'est une bonne consommation.

It is a good drink.

Adjective 'bonne' is feminine.

Regarde la liste des consommations.

Look at the drink list.

Plural noun 'consommations'.

Ma consommation d'eau est élevée.

My water consumption is high.

Noun + 'de' + noun.

Il faut réduire la consommation d'électricité.

We must reduce electricity consumption.

Infinitive 'réduire' acting on the noun.

La consommation de fruits est importante.

Fruit consumption is important.

General statement about habits.

Quelle est la consommation de cette voiture ?

What is the fuel consumption of this car?

Interrogative 'Quelle' agrees with feminine noun.

Je vérifie ma consommation sur internet.

I check my consumption online.

Action verb 'vérifie'.

La consommation de sucre est trop forte.

Sugar consumption is too high.

Adjective 'forte' used for intensity.

Nous payons nos consommations.

We are paying for our drinks.

Plural possessive 'nos'.

Cette consommation est incluse dans le prix.

This drink is included in the price.

Passive construction 'est incluse'.

La société de consommation a beaucoup changé.

The consumer society has changed a lot.

Fixed expression 'société de consommation'.

On encourage une consommation plus responsable.

We encourage more responsible consumption.

Adjective 'responsable' modifying the noun.

La consommation des ménages baisse.

Household consumption is falling.

Economic terminology 'ménages'.

Il y a une surconsommation de plastique.

There is an overconsumption of plastic.

Prefix 'sur-' means 'over'.

Le gouvernement veut relancer la consommation.

The government wants to boost consumption.

Verb 'relancer' (to restart/boost).

Sa consommation de viande a diminué.

His meat consumption has decreased.

Past tense 'a diminué'.

Vérifiez la date limite de consommation.

Check the use-by date.

Standard label 'date limite de consommation'.

La consommation collaborative est à la mode.

Collaborative consumption is trendy.

Adjective 'collaborative'.

L'analyse de la consommation révèle des tendances.

The analysis of consumption reveals trends.

Abstract academic subject.

L'eau n'est pas propre à la consommation.

The water is not fit for consumption.

Expression 'propre à la consommation'.

Le droit de la consommation protège les clients.

Consumer law protects customers.

Legal term 'droit de la consommation'.

Il faut limiter la consommation d'énergies fossiles.

We must limit the consumption of fossil fuels.

Environmental context.

La consommation de ce moteur est optimisée.

The consumption of this engine is optimized.

Technical/Engineering context.

Elle étudie la consommation de masse au XXe siècle.

She is studying mass consumption in the 20th century.

Historical term 'consommation de masse'.

La consommation d'alcool est réglementée.

Alcohol consumption is regulated.

Formal passive 'est réglementée'.

La consommation excessive nuit à la santé.

Excessive consumption is harmful to health.

Verb 'nuire à' (to harm).

Le fétichisme de la marchandise est lié à la consommation.

Commodity fetishism is linked to consumption.

Philosophical context.

La consommation du mariage fut tardive.

The consummation of the marriage was late.

Specific formal/historical meaning.

On observe une mutation des modes de consommation.

We are observing a mutation in consumption patterns.

Complex noun phrase 'modes de consommation'.

La consommation d'un délit entraîne des sanctions.

The commission of an offense leads to sanctions.

Legal meaning 'commission of a crime'.

L'aliénation par la consommation est un thème récurrent.

Alienation through consumption is a recurring theme.

Sociological terminology.

Le débit influe sur la consommation finale.

The flow rate influences the final consumption.

Scientific/Technical context.

La consommation ostentatoire définit certains groupes.

Conspicuous consumption defines certain groups.

Sociological term 'consommation ostentatoire'.

Il s'agit d'une consommation raisonnée des ressources.

It is a question of a reasoned consumption of resources.

Formal adjective 'raisonnée'.

L'entropie est le corollaire de toute consommation.

Entropy is the corollary of all consumption.

Scientific/Philosophical abstraction.

La consommation de la tragédie s'opère dans le dénouement.

The fulfillment of the tragedy occurs in the denouement.

Literary/Metaphorical use.

Il analyse la consommation du capital fixe.

He analyzes the consumption of fixed capital.

Advanced economic theory.

La consommation de l'espace urbain est un défi majeur.

The consumption of urban space is a major challenge.

Metaphorical use in urbanism.

Le texte explore la consommation du désir.

The text explores the consumption of desire.

Poetic/Abstract usage.

La consommation des hosties est un acte sacré.

The consumption of the hosts is a sacred act.

Ecclesiastical context.

La consommation de l'infraction est ici contestée.

The completion of the offense is contested here.

Highly specific legal argument.

L'œuvre traite de la consommation du temps par l'ennui.

The work deals with the consumption of time by boredom.

Philosophical/Literary theme.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

consommation d'eau

consommation d'électricité

société de consommation

consommation de masse

consommation responsable

consommation excessive

propre à la consommation

biens de consommation

consommation locale

consommation intermédiaire

सामान्य वाक्यांश

Consommation obligatoire

— You must purchase a drink to stay in the establishment.

Le bar affiche 'consommation obligatoire' en terrasse.

Date limite de consommation

— The date by which a food product should be eaten for safety.

Vérifie la date limite de consommation sur le yaourt.

Prix de la consommation

— The cost of a single drink in a bar.

Le prix de la consommation est élevé dans ce club.

Consommation de carburant

— The amount of fuel a vehicle uses.

Cette voiture a une faible consommation de carburant.

Crédit à la consommation

— A loan taken out to buy goods or services.

Il a pris un crédit à la consommation pour son canapé.

Droit de la consommation

— Laws protecting the consumer.

Le droit de la consommation vous permet de retourner l'article.

Consommation de tabac

— The habit or act of smoking cigarettes.

La consommation de tabac diminue chez les jeunes.

Espace de consommation

— A designated area for eating or drinking.

Il y a un espace de consommation dans le magasin.

Mode de consommation

— The way in which people buy and use things.

Le mode de consommation change avec le numérique.

Consommation finale

— The end-use of a product by a person.

La consommation finale représente la majorité du PIB.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

consommation vs consummation

In English, 'consummation' usually refers to marriage or completion, while in French 'consommation' is much broader.

consommation vs utilisation

Use 'utilisation' for tools and 'consommation' for things that get used up.

consommation vs usage

Usage is the way of using; consommation is the amount used.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"Société de consommation"

— A society where buying and selling is the dominant social activity.

Il critique sans cesse la société de consommation.

neutral

"Pousser à la consommation"

— To encourage people to buy more than they need.

La publicité nous pousse à la consommation.

neutral

"Consommation de masse"

— Large-scale consumption by the general public.

L'ère de la consommation de masse a transformé les villes.

neutral

"Être propre à la consommation"

— To be safe to eat or drink.

Est-ce que cette eau est propre à la consommation ?

neutral

"Consommation collaborative"

— Sharing or renting goods instead of owning them.

Le covoiturage est une forme de consommation collaborative.

neutral

"Consommation engagée"

— Buying products that align with one's values.

Elle pratique la consommation engagée en achetant bio.

neutral

"La consommation du mariage"

— The first act of sexual intercourse between spouses.

La consommation du mariage était autrefois publique.

formal

"Consommation de courant"

— Electricity usage.

Faites attention à votre consommation de courant.

neutral

"Régler ses consommations"

— To pay for your drinks.

N'oubliez pas de régler vos consommations avant de partir.

neutral

"Consommation ostentatoire"

— Buying luxury items to show off wealth.

Sa voiture de luxe est un exemple de consommation ostentatoire.

academic

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

consommation vs Consommer

Verb form.

Consommer is the action; consommation is the noun.

Je consomme de l'eau (verb) / Ma consommation d'eau (noun).

consommation vs Consumer

Similar spelling.

'Consumer' means to destroy by fire or to waste away; 'consommer' is the standard word for consuming resources.

Le feu consume le bois.

consommation vs Consommateur

Person vs act.

Consommateur is the person (consumer).

Le consommateur est roi.

consommation vs Consommable

Adjective form.

Consommable means something can be consumed.

C'est un produit consommable.

consommation vs Sommation

Similar sound.

'Sommation' means a formal command or summons.

Une sommation de payer.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

Une [noun] s'il vous plaît.

Une consommation s'il vous plaît.

Ma consommation de [resource] est [adjective].

Ma consommation d'eau est basse.

Il faut réduire la consommation de [noun].

Il faut réduire la consommation de plastique.

La consommation est propre à [noun].

Cette eau est propre à la consommation humaine.

La consommation de [abstract noun] est un signe de [noun].

La consommation de luxe est un signe de statut.

L'analyse porte sur la consommation de [technical term].

L'analyse porte sur la consommation du capital fixe.

C'est une consommation [adjective].

C'est une consommation gratuite.

La société de consommation [verb].

La société de consommation détruit la planète.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

consommateur

consommatrice

consumérisme

क्रिया

consommer

विशेषण

consommable

consumériste

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frequency

Extremely high in daily life, economics, and media.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Le consommation → La consommation
The noun is feminine.
Consommation de temps → Utilisation du temps
Consommation implies physical depletion; time is better 'used' or 'passed'.
Faire une consommation → Consommer / Prendre une consommation
Don't use 'faire' with this noun to mean the act of consuming.
Consommer un livre → Lire un livre
You don't 'consume' a book unless you are literally eating the pages.
Date limite de utilisation → Date limite de consommation
Food safety always uses the specific term 'consommation'.

सुझाव

Gender Rule

Remember that '-tion' usually equals 'la'. This will help you with hundreds of other French words too.

Café Etiquette

When you sit down, the waiter expects a 'consommation'. It is your ticket to the table.

Car Specs

If you are renting a car, look for the 'consommation' to save money on gas.

Food Safety

Always check the 'DLC' (Date Limite de Consommation) in French supermarkets.

Eco-friendly

Use 'réduire ma consommation' when talking about your environmental efforts.

News Context

When you hear 'la consommation' on the news, they are usually talking about the health of the economy.

Nasal Power

Don't let the 'n' at the end touch your tongue to the roof of your mouth. Keep it in your nose!

Consumer Rights

Knowing 'le droit de la consommation' can help you if you have a dispute with a French company.

Paying the Bill

Say 'Je règle les consommations' to be the hero of the evening.

Choosing Words

Use 'consommation' for things that disappear after use (food, energy) and 'utilisation' for things that stay (tools, books).

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'CONSUMing' a 'NATION's' resources. Con-som-ma-tion.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a person sitting in a cafe with a drink and a utility bill on the table.

Word Web

eau électricité boisson argent achat client bar facture

चैलेंज

Try to find three items in your fridge and check their 'Date Limite de Consommation'.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

Derived from the Latin 'consummatio', which comes from 'consummare' (to sum up, finish, or complete).

मूल अर्थ: In Latin, it meant the act of bringing something to perfection or completion.

Romance (Latin root).

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Be careful when using it in a legal context to avoid confusing 'commission of a crime' with 'eating'.

English speakers often use 'consumption' only in medical or economic contexts, whereas French uses it for daily drinks.

Jean Baudrillard's 'La Société de consommation' (1970). The song 'La Complainte du progrès' by Boris Vian. Economic reports from INSEE.

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वास्तविक संदर्भ

At a café

Une consommation, s'il vous plaît.
Payez vos consommations.
Consommation obligatoire.
Quelle est la consommation du jour ?

With a bill

Détail de la consommation.
Consommation estimée.
Consommation réelle.
Réduire la consommation.

At the supermarket

Date limite de consommation.
Produit de grande consommation.
Propre à la consommation.
Consommation locale.

Health and Wellness

Consommation de sucre.
Consommation d'alcool.
Consommation de tabac.
Surveiller sa consommation.

Car ownership

Consommation aux 100 km.
Consommation de carburant.
Faible consommation.
Consommation urbaine.

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Quelle est la consommation moyenne d'eau dans votre pays ?"

"Pensez-vous que nous vivons dans une société de consommation excessive ?"

"Quelle est votre consommation préférée quand vous allez au café ?"

"Comment peut-on réduire notre consommation d'énergie à la maison ?"

"Est-ce que vous regardez toujours la date limite de consommation ?"

डायरी विषय

Décrivez votre consommation de café ou de thé pendant une semaine typique.

Analysez l'impact de la société de consommation sur votre vie personnelle.

Quelles sont les étapes que vous avez prises pour avoir une consommation plus responsable ?

Imaginez une journée sans aucune consommation d'électricité. Comment serait-elle ?

Racontez une expérience dans un café français où vous avez dû commander une consommation.

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

No, while it is used in cafés to mean a drink, its primary meaning is the act of using up any resource like electricity, gas, or food. It is a very broad term.

It is feminine: 'la consommation'. Most French nouns ending in -tion are feminine.

It is the 'Use By' date found on perishable food products in France. Eating food after this date can be dangerous.

Yes, but this is a very formal and specific context. In daily life, it almost never means this.

You say 'consommation de carburant' or 'consommation d'essence'.

It means you are required to buy at least one drink or item to stay in the café or bar.

Yes, 'consommer' is the standard verb. 'Consumer' exists but is used for destruction by fire or passion.

It sounds like 'sy-on' with a nasal 'on'. It does not sound like the English 'shun'.

It is a consumer loan, often used to buy cars, appliances, or furniture.

Technically yes, but 'utilisation du temps' or 'passer du temps' is much more natural.

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