This is the 672nd most frequent Chinese word.
消费
"消费" means "to consume" or "consumption."
消费 here means 'to consume' in the sense of using or utilizing resources.
我们应该合理消费，不要浪费资源。
We should consume reasonably and not waste resources.
消费 in this sentence refers to 'spending' on items or services, especially in a monetary context.
人们通常会在节日期间增加消费，比如购买礼物或食品。
People typically increase their spending during holidays, such as buying gifts or food.
消费 in this context indicates 'consumption' in a general sense, referring to overusing or overspending beyond necessity.