zielführend
Translation
effective, purposeful, constructive, expedient
Examples
Das war eine zielführende Diskussion.
That was a constructive discussion.
Diese Maßnahme ist nicht zielführend.
This measure is not effective.
Grammar Patterns
to be zielführend to be effective/constructive Das war eine zielführende Diskussion.
a zielführend ((noun)) an effective/constructive ((noun)) We need a zielführend strategy.
Similar Words
effektiv (effective), wirksam (effective); Antonyms: sinnlos (pointless), kontraproduktiv (counterproductive)
Etymology
A compound of 'Ziel' (goal) and 'führend' (leading), the present participle of 'führen' (to lead).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'goal-leading'. An action or discussion that is 'zielführend' is leading you to your goal.