A eficiência
Example: A eficiência do motor melhorou com a nova manutenção.
Definition
"A eficiência" refers to the ability to achieve a desired result or output with the least amount of wasted resources, effort, or time. In finance, it often relates to how effectively resources are used to generate profit or improve performance, such as in the phrase 'A eficiência do motor melhorou com a nova manutenção.'
Etymology
The term "a eficiência" comes from the Latin word 'efficientia,' meaning 'power to produce an effect.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, adapting to describe the capacity to produce desired outcomes with minimal waste. Did you know the root 'efficere' means 'to bring about' or 'accomplish'?
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