German Conversation · Level 43
73 words
German word
effektiv
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛfɛkˈtiːf/
Meaning
- adjectiveeffective
Example
Die Methode ist effektiv.
The method is effective.
More examples
Die Teams arbeiten oft effektiv zusammen, wenn klare Ziele vorliegen.
The teams often work effectively together when clear goals are in place.
Core concept
A method that reliably turns a plan into its intended result.
Common phrases
als effektiv gelten
be considered effective
effektiv nutzen
use effectively
Similar words
effizient: Achieves results with little waste of time, money, or effort.
wirksam: Produces a clear and noticeable effect.
praktisch: Easy to use in everyday or practical situations.
nützlich: Helpful and useful for a particular purpose.
Definition in German
So wirksam, dass es das gewünschte Ergebnis erreicht.
Word origin
German effektiv was borrowed from Latin effectivus, formed from effectus, the result of efficere, meaning to accomplish or bring about.
Usage tips
- Effektiv describes successful results, whereas effizient emphasizes achieving them with little time, money, or effort.
Other meanings
- effectivelyadverb
Opposites
- ineffektivineffectiveadjective
- kontraproduktivcounterproductiveadjective
Related words
- Effektivitäteffectivenessnoun