Multitasking: meaning, definitions and examples
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multitasking
[ mสltiหtรฆskษชล ]
work management
Multitasking refers to the ability of an individual to perform multiple tasks simultaneously or to switch between tasks quickly. This skill is often associated with productivity in fast-paced environments, such as workplaces or during daily household activities. While multitasking can lead to increased efficiency in some cases, research has shown it may also decrease overall performance due to divided attention. It's important to note that not everyone can multitask effectively, as it may lead to errors or reduced concentration.
Synonyms
dual-tasking, simultaneous activities, task-switching
Examples of usage
- She is known for her multitasking skills in the office.
- Multitasking can sometimes result in lower quality work.
- Many students find multitasking helpful when studying for exams.
- He juggles multitasking between work and personal life.
Translations
Translations of the word "multitasking" in other languages:
๐ต๐น multitarefa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฒเฅเคเฅเคเคพเคธเฅเคเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Multitasking
๐ฎ๐ฉ multitasking
๐บ๐ฆ ะผัะปััะธัะฐัะบัะฝะณ
๐ต๐ฑ multitasking
๐ฏ๐ต ใใซใใฟในใฏ
๐ซ๐ท multitรขche
๐ช๐ธ multitarea
๐น๐ท รงoklu gรถrev
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฉํฐํ์คํน
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูููุงู ุจู ูุงู ู ุชุนุฏุฏุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ multitasking
๐ธ๐ฐ multitasking
๐จ๐ณ ๅคไปปๅกๅค็
๐ธ๐ฎ multitasking
๐ฎ๐ธ margt verkefni
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบำฉะฟ ัะฐะฟัััะผะฐะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแขแแขแแกแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ รงoxsaylฤฑ vษzifษlษr
๐ฒ๐ฝ multitarea
Etymology
The term 'multitasking' emerged in the 1960s during the development of computer technology. It was first used to describe the ability of computer systems to handle multiple processes at the same time. The word combines 'multi-', which means many, and 'task', referring to a piece of work or duty. Over time, the term transitioned into everyday language to describe human capabilities. As the pace of life increased and technology advanced, especially with the advent of personal computers and smartphones, the focus on multitasking expanded from machines to people. In modern contexts, multitasking is often illustrated in work and personal environments where individuals juggle various responsibilities simultaneously. Despite its prevalence, it remains a controversial topic with ongoing discussions about its effectiveness and impact on cognitive performance.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,954, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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