Meaning 1formal · 82%
Achieving a useful result with little wasted time or resources.
Natural examples
Die neue Software verarbeitet Bestellungen effizienter.
The new software processes orders more efficiently.
Ein effizienter Heizkessel spart im Winter Energie.
An efficient boiler saves energy in winter.
Mit einer klaren Reihenfolge arbeitet das Team effizient.
The team works efficiently with a clear sequence.
Usage note
Effizient often describes a method that saves time, energy, or cost. It compares as effizienter, am effizientesten.
Mini-lesson: effizient
Achieving a useful result with little wasted time or resources. Effizient often describes a method that saves time, energy, or cost. It compares as effizienter, am effizientesten.
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