efficiently
gb/ɪfˈɪʃəntli/ us/ɪfˈɪʃəntli/
B2
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adverb
B2
property
1
without wasting time or resources
in a way that saves time and does not waste things
Patrón de uso:
[do something] efficiently; use [something] efficiently
Error frecuente:
Don’t use *efficient* (adjective) where an adverb is needed: say “work efficiently,” not “work efficient.”
Sinónimos
productively (Emphasizes producing a lot or achieving strong output.)
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economically (Emphasizes saving money or using resources sparingly.)
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smoothly (Emphasizes few problems or delays.)
Antónimos
inefficiently (In a way that wastes time or resources.)
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wastefully (With unnecessary use or loss of resources.)
Colocaciones
work efficiently
|use time efficiently
|use resources efficiently
|manage time efficiently
|allocate resources efficiently
|operate efficiently
|handle tasks efficiently
|organize work efficiently
|process information efficiently
|run a team efficiently
Temas
daily_life
|work
|business
Ejemplos
- She organizes her workload efficiently and finishes before the deadline.
- If we share files in one place, we can collaborate more efficiently.
- The new schedule helps the store use staff more efficiently.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I want to study efficiently.
- We use water efficiently at home.
adverb
B2
property
2
operating with high efficiency
working well while using little energy or fuel
Patrón de uso:
[machine/system] runs/operates efficiently
Error frecuente:
Don’t confuse with *effectively*: a machine can work effectively but not efficiently (good result but too much energy/fuel).
Sinónimos
economically (Often used for lower fuel/energy use, especially with engines or utilities.)
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optimally (Suggests performance close to the best possible level.)
Antónimos
inefficiently (Using too much energy, fuel, or computing power for the result.)
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wastefully (Producing unnecessary loss of energy or resources.)
Colocaciones
run efficiently
|operate efficiently
|work efficiently
|burn fuel efficiently
|use energy efficiently
|cool efficiently
|heat efficiently
|process data efficiently
|run code efficiently
|store data efficiently
Temas
technology
|engineering
|environment
Ejemplos
- After the service, the engine ran more efficiently.
- LED bulbs light a room efficiently while using much less electricity.
- The updated software processes images more efficiently than the old version.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- This car uses fuel efficiently.
- The new lights work efficiently.
adverb
B2
property
3
handling work quickly and competently
doing tasks in a fast and well-organized way
Patrón de uso:
deal with [requests/problems] efficiently; process [documents/orders] efficiently
Error frecuente:
In customer-service contexts, *efficiently* can sound slightly impersonal; speakers may add “politely” or “helpfully” if needed.
Sinónimos
promptly (Focuses on speed and quick response.)
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effectively (Focuses on achieving the intended result.)
Antónimos
slowly (With delays and little speed.)
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clumsily (In a disorganized or awkward way.)
Colocaciones
deal with requests efficiently
|handle complaints efficiently
|process applications efficiently
|resolve issues efficiently
|run a meeting efficiently
|manage a project efficiently
|deliver services efficiently
|coordinate efficiently
|respond efficiently
|complete paperwork efficiently
Temas
work
|services
|business
Ejemplos
- The receptionist handled the visitors efficiently and directed them to the right office.
- Our support team can usually resolve simple issues efficiently within a few hours.
- The bank processed the paperwork efficiently despite the long queue.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The staff helped me efficiently.
- We finished the meeting efficiently.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
efficiently
AFI
GB/ɪfˈɪʃəntli/
US/ɪfˈɪʃəntli/
Sílabas y acento
ef - fi - ciently (3 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (fi)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: efficiently
- Plural: efficientlies
Familia de palabras
Forms
efficientlies
noun
Core family
efficient
adjective B1
efficiency
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
Expresiones
as efficiently as possible
1/ˈæz ɪfˈɪʃəntli ˈæz pˈɑsəbəl/
fixed phrase
in the most efficient way
in the best way to save time and effort
Ejemplos
- Please pack the orders as efficiently as possible so we can ship them today.
- We mapped the route as efficiently as possible to avoid extra driving.
- The team reorganized the workflow as efficiently as possible before the launch.
efficiently and effectively
1/ɪfˈɪʃəntli ˈænd ɪfˈɛktɪvli/
fixed phrase
with little waste and good results
quickly and well, without wasting things
Ejemplos
- We need to communicate efficiently and effectively across different time zones.
- The goal is to deliver the service efficiently and effectively without cutting quality.
- A good manager delegates tasks efficiently and effectively.