efficient
efficient
low waste output
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efficient with Russian translation
efficient usage examples
Эффективная система отопления держит квартиру в тепле и экономит деньги.
An efficient heating system keeps the flat warm and saves money.
Она эффективна в организации встреч и быстро выполняет задачи.
She's efficient at organising meetings and finishes tasks quickly.
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efficient synonyms
What's the difference between efficient / effective / optimized / productive / economical / cost-effective
performs tasks well using minimal time, effort or resources; focuses on resource-effectiveness
An efficient heating system reduces energy bills.
Эффективная система отопления снижает плату за электроэнергию.
produces the intended result; emphasis on outcome rather than on minimal resource use
The new insulation proved effective in keeping the house warm.
Новая изоляция оказалась эффективной в поддержании тепла в доме.
adjusted or configured for best possible performance under constraints; technical/engineering nuance common
The heating schedule was optimized to cut energy use during off-hours.
График отопления был оптимизирован для сокращения потребления энергии в нерабочее время.
yielding a high amount of output or results; stresses volume or output rather than thriftiness
A productive team completed the renovation ahead of schedule.
Продуктивная команда завершила ремонт раньше срока.
uses minimal money or resources; emphasizes low cost or frugality
An economical boiler can lower monthly heating bills.
Экономичный котёл может снизить ежемесячные платежи за отопление.
gives good results relative to its cost; emphasizes value for money
Upgrading insulation is a cost-effective way to reduce energy use.
Улучшение утепления — экономически выгодный способ уменьшить потребление энергии.
made simpler or more efficient by removing unnecessary parts; emphasizes simplification of process or design
We implemented a streamlined booking process to reduce delays.
Мы внедрили упрощённый процесс бронирования, чтобы сократить задержки.
characterized by minimal waste, small scale or few resources; stresses elimination of waste and lean organization
A lean maintenance plan reduces unnecessary staff time and spare parts.
Бережливый план обслуживания сокращает ненужное время персонала и запчасти.
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How to pronounce efficient and what this word means
efficient translation: эффективный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce efficient
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/
efficient translation
эффективный
efficient examples
An efficient heating system keeps the flat warm and saves money.
efficient transcription
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/, /ɪˈfɪʃənt/
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efficient meaning: what does it mean?
low waste output
efficient pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
efficient is pronounced as /ɪˈfɪʃənt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
efficient definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
An efficient heating system keeps the flat warm and saves money. Translation: Эффективная система отопления держит квартиру в тепле и экономит деньги.
Is efficient part of Housing and Utilities vocabulary?
Yes, efficient (эффективный) can be learned in the Housing and Utilities topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is efficient part of In the Office vocabulary?
Yes, efficient (эффективный) can be learned in the In the Office topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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