Delegating: meaning, definitions and examples

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delegating

 

[ ˈdɛlɪˌɡeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

management

Delegating is the act of entrusting someone else with a task or responsibility, typically a subordinate or team member. It involves assigning authority and accountability for specific activities or decisions to others.

Synonyms

assigning, empowering, entrusting

Examples of usage

  • Managers often practice delegating to empower their team members.
  • She is skilled at delegating tasks to ensure efficiency within the team.
  • Delegating allows leaders to focus on strategic planning and higher-level tasks.
  • Effective delegating requires clear communication and trust between the delegator and the delegatee.
  • Delegating can help develop the skills and confidence of team members.

Translations

Translations of the word "delegating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delegando

🇮🇳 प्रतिनिधि बनाना

🇩🇪 delegieren

🇮🇩 mendelegasikan

🇺🇦 делегування

🇵🇱 delegowanie

🇯🇵 委任する (いにんする)

🇫🇷 déléguer

🇪🇸 delegar

🇹🇷 delege etmek

🇰🇷 위임하다 (wi-imhada)

🇸🇦 تفويض (tafweeḍ)

🇨🇿 delegování

🇸🇰 delegovanie

🇨🇳 委派 (wěipài)

🇸🇮 delegiranje

🇮🇸 umboðsveiting

🇰🇿 өкілеттік беру

🇬🇪 დელეგირება

🇦🇿 nümayəndəlik

🇲🇽 delegar

Etymology

The word 'delegating' originates from the Latin word 'delegatus', which means 'to send from.' The concept of delegating tasks and responsibilities has been practiced throughout history in various organizations and leadership roles. Delegating is essential for effective management and team productivity, allowing individuals to focus on their strengths and contribute to overall success.

See also: delegate, delegated, delegates, delegation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,810, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.