JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
消耗
Consumption of resources or exhaustion of energy
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Other forms
消耗する plain form
消耗します polite form
消耗した past form
消耗して te-form
1 Noun, Suru verb
Using Up / Consumption
Describes the gradual depletion or wear and tear of material resources, fuel, or equipment through continued use.
Example
この プリンター は インク の 消耗 が 激しい 。
This printer uses up ink very quickly.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Exhaustion / Draining
Refers to the significant draining of physical strength or mental energy, often resulting in a state of frailty or severe fatigue.
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