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énergétique

energetic

adjective eh-nair-zheh-TEEK Rare

Also means

energy (as modifier)

Usage Note

Énergétique describes both a person or activity as 'full of energy' and functions as a technical adjective meaning 'relating to energy' (e.g. une boisson énergétique = an energy drink, la transition énergétique = the energy transition). It is invariable in form across genders; plurals add -s. The everyday synonym for 'energetic' (of a person) is énergique.

Examples

"Une boisson énergétique peut aider avant le sport."

Natural Translation

An energy drink can help before exercise.

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