Translation of Japanese word "効果的" to English
効果的
こうかてき
[koukateki]
IPA: /koukateki/
Meaning
AdjectiveHaving the power to produce a required effect or effects.
How to use
効果的 (koukateki) — 'effective / efficacious'. な-adjective. 効果的な勉強法 — effective study method. 効果 (kouka) — effect / efficacy.
🇬🇧 English
effective
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 効果的
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): こうかてき
Romaji Transcription: koukateki
Example Sentences
効果的には、時間を節約することができます。
こうかてきなのは、じかんをせつやくすることができます。
Effectively, you can save time.
効果的には、問題を解決することができます。
こうかてきなのは、もんだいをかいけつすることができます。
Effectively, you can solve problems.
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What does the Japanese word "効果的" mean?▼
The Japanese word "効果的" means "effective" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "効果的"?▼
The word "効果的" is read as "こうかてき" (koukateki). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Expresses an effective method.".
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