optimieren
Translation
to optimize, to improve, to streamline
Examples
Wir müssen den Prozess optimieren.
We have to optimize the process.
Sie optimiert die Webseite für Suchmaschinen.
She is optimizing the website for search engines.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to optimize (sth.) We have to optimize the process.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verbessern (to improve), steigern (to increase); Antonyms: verschlechtern (to worsen)
Etymology
From Latin 'optimus' meaning 'best'. To make something the best it can be.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'optimal'. The English and German words are very close cognates.