der Wasserverbrauch
Translation
water consumption, water usage
Examples
Wir müssen unseren Wasserverbrauch reduzieren.
We must reduce our water consumption.
Der Wasserverbrauch ist im Sommer höher.
Water consumption is higher in the summer.
Grammar Patterns
((den Wasserverbrauch)) to lower/reduce (water consumption) Wir müssen den Wasserverbrauch senken.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wassernutzung (water usage), Wasserbedarf (water demand)
Etymology
A compound of 'Wasser' (water) and 'Verbrauch' (consumption), from the verb 'verbrauchen' (to consume/use up).
Memory Tips
Think of 'using up' (verbrauchen) 'water' (Wasser). This gives you 'water consumption'.