Die Effizienz
Example: Die Effizienz der Mitarbeiter steigert den Unternehmenserfolg deutlich.
Definition
"Efficiency" refers to the ability to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense, especially in a workplace context. It means performing tasks in a way that optimizes resources and time, leading to improved results, as in the phrase: "Die Effizienz der Mitarbeiter steigert den Unternehmenserfolg deutlich."
Etymology
The word "Effizienz" comes from the Latin 'efficientia,' meaning 'effectiveness' or 'power to produce an effect.' It entered German through scientific and technical language, emphasizing the practical output of actions. Did you know? The root 'efficere' in Latin literally means 'to accomplish' or 'to bring about.'
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"Die Effizienz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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