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multitasking

Multitasking (noun) means the act of handling several tasks at the same time. Example: “Good multitasking is essential when you're running a busy kitchen.”

noun
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The act of handling several tasks at the same time.
"Good multitasking is essential when you're running a busy kitchen."
"Her phone struggled with multitasking between apps."

How to use multitasking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDoing more than one thing at once, whether that's a person juggling tasks or a computer running several programs together.

Common mistake

Studies suggest true simultaneous multitasking on demanding tasks is rare — most people are actually switching quickly between tasks rather than doing them at once.

Common pairings
good at multitasking multitasking skills
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Antonyms

monotasking single-tasking unitasking

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Frequently asked questions

What does “multitasking” mean?

The word “multitasking” means the act of handling several tasks at the same time. In plain terms, doing more than one thing at once, whether that's a person juggling tasks or a computer running several programs together.

How do you use “multitasking” in a sentence?

Here is “multitasking” used in a sentence: “Good multitasking is essential when you're running a busy kitchen.”

What is the opposite of “multitasking”?

The opposite of “multitasking” — its antonyms — are monotasking, single-tasking and unitasking.

What part of speech is “multitasking”?

“Multitasking” is a noun.

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