Spanish Conversation · Level 69
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Spanish word
eficiente
Pronunciation
IPA/efiˈθjente/
Meaning
- adjectiveefficient
Example
No es eficiente gastar tanto.
It is not efficient to spend so much.
More examples
Es eficiente delegar tareas cuando hay mucho trabajo.
It is efficient to delegate tasks when there is a lot of work.
Core concept
A well-tuned engine consuming little fuel while delivering high power.
Common phrases
ser eficiente
be efficient
muy eficiente
very efficient
eficiente en el trabajo
efficient at work
Similar words
eficaz: Achieves the intended goal with dependable results.
efectivo: Has a noticeable, practical impact when implemented.
útil: Offers usable assistance or functionality for a task.
práctico: Works well in daily life because it is easy to handle.
Definition in Spanish
Que utiliza de manera óptima los recursos y el tiempo para realizar una tarea con el menor desperdicio posible.
Word origin
From Latin efficiens, the present participle of efficere 'to accomplish', the adjective in Spanish denotes doing a task with optimal use of means and minimal waste of time or resources.
Usage tips
- Eficiente focuses on low waste in the method or process, while eficaz emphasizes actually achieving the intended result.
Opposites
- ineficienteinefficientadjective
- ineficazineffectiveadjective
Related words
- eficienciaefficiencynoun
- eficientementeefficientlyadverb