energetic / energy-related
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energy-related
Related to energy in a physical, chemical, or technical sense; concerning energy.
Das Haus wurde energetisch saniert, um den Energieverbrauch deutlich zu senken.
The house was renovated for energy efficiency in order to significantly reduce energy consumption.
energetic
Full of energy, strength, and dynamism; lively and spirited.
Ihre energetische Bühnenpräsenz hat das Publikum sofort mitgerissen.
Her energetic stage presence immediately swept the audience along.
energetic
In an esoteric or alternative-medicine sense: related to an assumed life energy or vibrational energy.
Die Heilpraktikerin versucht, energetische Blockaden im Körper des Patienten zu lösen.
The alternative practitioner tries to release energetic blockages in the patient's body.
The adjective 'energetisch' (energetic / energy-related) is derived from the noun 'die Energie' (energy). The ending '-isch' often forms adjectives that express belonging or a relationship to the noun.
Die Energiepreise sind in den letzten Monaten stark gestiegen.
Energy prices have risen sharply in recent months.
The meaning of 'energetisch' (energetic / energy-related) depends strongly on the noun it describes. An 'energetisches Gebäude' (energy-related building) refers to technology, an 'energetische Person' (energetic person) to their character, and an 'energetische Blockade' (energetic blockage) to esotericism.
Der energetische Zustand des alten Hauses ist sehr schlecht.
The energy-related condition of the old house is very poor.
In technology and construction, 'energetisch' (energy-related) is used very frequently. Typical combinations are 'energetische Sanierung' (energy-efficiency renovation), 'energetische Optimierung' (energy optimization), or 'energetischer Verbrauch' (energy consumption).
Eine energetische Sanierung kann die Heizkosten erheblich senken.
An energy-efficiency renovation can significantly reduce heating costs.
When 'energetisch' (energetic) describes people or their actions, it means 'dynamic' or 'full of energy'. For example, people speak of an 'energetische Rede' (energetic speech) or an 'energetischer Tanz' (energetic dance).
Der Sänger überzeugte mit seinem energetischen Auftritt.
The singer impressed everyone with his energetic performance.
This meaning is limited to the field of esotericism and alternative medicine. Typical expressions are 'energetische Heilung' (energetic healing), 'energetische Ströme' (energetic currents), or 'energetische Reinigung' (energetic cleansing).
Die Behandlung soll energetische Blockaden im Körper auflösen.
The treatment is supposed to release energetic blockages in the body.
energetic / firm
Energisch and energetisch can both describe a person who comes across as forceful. Energisch emphasizes determination and assertiveness; energetisch emphasizes liveliness, energy, and dynamism. When someone acts firmly and decisively, energisch fits; for a lively and spirited manner, use energetisch.
Die Trainerin leitete die Übung energetisch und brachte die ganze Gruppe in Bewegung.
The trainer led the exercise with energy and got the whole group moving.
Die Trainerin griff energisch ein, als die Gruppe ihre Anweisungen ignorierte.
The trainer intervened firmly when the group ignored her instructions.
