consume

verb B1 Neutral

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Meaning

To consume means to use up a resource, like food or energy, or to buy and use something.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "consume" with "use" when talking about non-physical things, like ideas.

Example Sentences

How much energy do we consume every day ?

I do not consume fast food very often .

I usually consume coffee in the morning to feel awake .

People consume food and water to stay healthy every day .

Word in Context

Every evening I cook dinner in my small kitchen because I enjoy making fresh food . I try to use only one pot when I can , because it helps to consume less energy and saves time . My children sit at the table and talk about their day while the food is cooking . We usually finish everything and put the leftovers in the fridge , so there is no waste . If I plan the meals well , I will buy only what we need and cook more simply next week .

Common Phrases

consume food consume energy consume information

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