effektiv
Translation
effective, efficient
Examples
Das ist eine effektive Methode.
That is an effective method.
Wir müssen effektiver arbeiten.
We need to work more effectively.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) ((noun)) effective sth. That is an effective solution.
((verb)) ((adverb)) to work effectively We are working more effectively now.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wirksam, wirkungsvoll; Antonyms: ineffektiv, wirkungslos
Etymology
From Latin 'effectivus', related to 'effect'. It shares the same root as the English word.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English 'effective'. If you know the English word, you know the German one.