Productivity: meaning, definitions and examples

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productivity

 

[ ˌprɒdʌkˈtɪvɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

workplace efficiency

Productivity is the measure of how efficiently resources are used to achieve a certain output. It is often a key factor in determining the success of a business or project.

Synonyms

effectiveness, efficiency, output

Examples of usage

  • Improving productivity in the workplace can lead to increased profits.
  • Time management is essential for maintaining high productivity levels.
  • Productivity can be influenced by factors such as motivation and work environment.
Context #2 | Noun

personal efficiency

Productivity can also refer to an individual's ability to accomplish tasks effectively and efficiently. It is often associated with time management and goal setting.

Synonyms

effectiveness, efficiency, performance

Examples of usage

  • Setting daily goals can help improve personal productivity.
  • Productivity tools such as to-do lists and calendars can aid in task management.
  • Balancing work and personal life is important for overall productivity.

Translations

Translations of the word "productivity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 produtividade

🇮🇳 उत्पादकता

🇩🇪 Produktivität

🇮🇩 produktivitas

🇺🇦 продуктивність

🇵🇱 produktywność

🇯🇵 生産性

🇫🇷 productivité

🇪🇸 productividad

🇹🇷 verimlilik

🇰🇷 생산성

🇸🇦 إنتاجية

🇨🇿 produktivita

🇸🇰 produktívnosť

🇨🇳 生产力

🇸🇮 produktivnost

🇮🇸 afkastageta

🇰🇿 өнімділік

🇬🇪 პროდუქტიულობა

🇦🇿 məhsuldarlıq

🇲🇽 productividad

Etymology

The word 'productivity' originated from the Latin word 'productivus', meaning 'able to produce'. The concept of productivity has been studied and valued throughout history, with a focus on optimizing resource utilization and output. In the modern context, productivity plays a crucial role in various aspects of life, from business operations to personal development.

See also: byproduct, prod, product, production, productively, productiveness, products, unproductiveness.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,131, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.