効率的
Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Examples
3 of 5もっと効率的な片付け方、ないかな？
Isn't there a more efficient way to tidy up?
業務の効率的な運営を目指しております。
We aim for the efficient operation of business tasks.
効率的にやろうよ、時間がもったいないし。
Let's do it efficiently; it's a waste of time otherwise.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ko (effect) + Ritsu (rate). The rate of effects vs. effort.
Quick Quiz
PCを使うことで、事務作業を( )に進めることができる。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 効率的
Examples
もっと効率的な片付け方、ないかな？
everydayIsn't there a more efficient way to tidy up?
業務の効率的な運営を目指しております。
formalWe aim for the efficient operation of business tasks.
効率的にやろうよ、時間がもったいないし。
informalLet's do it efficiently; it's a waste of time otherwise.
このアルゴリズムは、データを効率的に処理できる。
academicThis algorithm can process data efficiently.
効率的なエネルギー利用が求められている。
businessEfficient energy use is being required.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
燃費効率
fuel efficiency
効率化を図る
to aim for efficiency
高効率
high efficiency
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
A very common buzzword in Japanese business and study environments.
Common Mistakes
Mixing up with '効果的' (effective). Something can be efficient but not effective.
Memory Tip
Ko (effect) + Ritsu (rate). The rate of effects vs. effort.
Word Origin
From '効' (effect) and '率' (rate/ratio).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
PCを使うことで、事務作業を( )に進めることができる。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 効率的
Related Vocabulary
More Academic words
提示
B1The act of showing or offering something for consideration or inspection; presentation.
定義
B2A statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary, or the act of making the scope of a concept clear.
誇張
B2A statement that represents something as better or worse than it really is. To overstate facts, feelings, or sizes beyond the truth.
正確
B1Free from error; conforming to fact or truth; precise.
核心
B2The core, heart, or essence of a problem or matter. It refers to the most important or central part.
論調
B2The tone, trend, or general drift of an argument or editorial. It refers to the overall stance taken by a writer or a newspaper.
実体
B2The true nature, essence, or substance of something as opposed to its appearance. It can also refer to a physical entity or a real existence.
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