How to Pronounce "efficient"
word
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/
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/ɪfˈɪʃənt/
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Definition
If someone or something is efficient, they work well and quickly without wasting time, energy, or resources.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/
British English
/ɪfˈɪʃənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-FISH-uhnt
UK
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Listen in Context
This new washing machine is very efficient.
She is an efficient employee.
Solar panels are efficient at saving energy.
He finished the task in half the time because he's so efficient.