Efficace
Example: Cette méthode est très efficace pour apprendre rapidement.
Definition
"Efficace" describes something that produces the desired result or effect efficiently. It refers to methods, actions, or tools that successfully achieve their goals, such as in the example, "Cette méthode est très efficace pour apprendre rapidement," meaning this method works very well for quick learning.
Etymology
The word "efficace" comes from the Latin "efficax," which means 'effective' or 'powerful.' This Latin term is derived from "efficere," meaning 'to bring about' or 'to accomplish.' Did you know that "efficax" literally implies the ability to bring something into effect, highlighting the practical power behind the word "efficace"?
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"Efficace" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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