English–German

“efficient” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛfiˈtsi̯ɛnt/

Example

Wir arbeiten effizienter als zuvor.

We work more efficiently than before.

Illustration for effizient (efficient)

How to say “efficient” in German

“Efficient” in German is effizient.

A streamlined process reaches its goal quickly while using little time, effort, or material.

Full entry for effizient: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with effizient

Eine effiziente Lösung spart Zeit und Kosten.

An efficient solution saves time and reduces costs.

Tips for using effizient

  • German uses the adjective form in adverbial phrases, so effizient arbeiten means to work efficiently without an added ending.

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