die Kernenergie
Translation
nuclear energy, atomic energy
Examples
Die Nutzung der Kernenergie ist umstritten.
The use of nuclear energy is controversial.
Deutschland steigt aus der Kernenergie aus.
Germany is phasing out nuclear energy.
Grammar Patterns
((die Kernenergie)) (as a subject) is... Nuclear energy is a controversial power source.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Atomenergie, Atomkraft; Antonyms: erneuerbare Energie (renewable energy)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kern' (core, nucleus) and 'Energie' (energy).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'core' (Kern) of an atom releasing 'energy' (Energie).