Checklist: meaning, definitions and examples
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checklist
[ ˈtʃɛk.lɪst ]
task management
A checklist is a written list of items that need to be addressed or completed. Checklists are commonly used to ensure that important tasks are not forgotten and to help keep track of progress in completing multiple tasks. They can be utilized in various settings such as personal chores, workplace projects, and aviation safety protocols. By providing a visual representation of tasks, checklists can enhance productivity and efficiency, allowing individuals to focus on completing tasks without losing sight of what still needs to be accomplished.
Synonyms
agenda, inventory, to-do list.
Examples of usage
- I created a checklist for my grocery shopping.
- The pilot reviewed the pre-flight checklist before takeoff.
- She ticked off each item on her travel checklist as she packed.
- Using a checklist can help manage your daily responsibilities effectively.
Translations
Translations of the word "checklist" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lista de verificação
🇮🇳 चेकलिस्ट
🇩🇪 Checkliste
🇮🇩 daftar periksa
🇺🇦 чек-лист
🇵🇱 lista kontrolna
🇯🇵 チェックリスト
🇫🇷 liste de contrôle
🇪🇸 lista de verificación
🇹🇷 kontrol listesi
🇰🇷 체크리스트
🇸🇦 قائمة التحقق
🇨🇿 kontrolní seznam
🇸🇰 kontrolný zoznam
🇨🇳 检查清单
🇸🇮 kontrolni seznam
🇮🇸 athugasemdalisti
🇰🇿 тексеріс тізімі
🇬🇪 ჩეკლისტი
🇦🇿 nəzərdən keçirilməsi siyahısı
🇲🇽 lista de verificación
Etymology
The term 'checklist' emerged in the mid-20th century as a compound of the verb 'check,' meaning to mark an item off a list, and 'list,' referring to a series of items written down. Its rise can be traced back to the increasing complexity of tasks in various fields, particularly aviation and engineering, where meticulous attention to detail is crucial for safety and efficiency. Early uses of checklists helped professionals systematically ensure that every significant step or item was accounted for, reducing the likelihood of errors. Over time, this helpful tool expanded beyond technical uses into everyday life and business practices, emphasizing the universal need for organization and accountability. By the early 2000s, checklists became widely recognized as essential in personal productivity and were even popularized by authors and productivity experts advocating for their use in daily routines.