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effective in Spanish

effective in Spanish is eficaz, efectivo, presentáneo — effective means producing the intended result; actually working.

effective in Spanish

eficaz
adj
Having the power to produce a required effect or effects.
efectivo
adj
Having the power to produce a required effect or effects.
presentáneo
adj
Having the power to produce a required effect or effects.

What does "effective" mean?

  1. adj Producing the intended result; actually working.
    "A simple chart proved an effective way to keep the team on track."
  2. adj Officially in force or operation as of a stated time.
    "The ticket price change becomes effective at the start of next month."
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effective in a sentence

  • A simple chart proved an effective way to keep the team on track.
  • The new medication proved effective against the infection.
  • The ticket price change becomes effective at the start of next month.
  • The agreement was effective immediately after both parties had signed it.

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What is "effective" in Spanish?
"effective" in Spanish is eficaz, efectivo, presentáneo. effective means: Producing the intended result; actually working.
How do you use "effective" in a sentence?
Example: "A simple chart proved an effective way to keep the team on track." In Spanish, "effective" is eficaz, efectivo, presentáneo.
Are there other ways to say "effective" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 3 translations listed for "effective": eficaz, efectivo, presentáneo.
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