Effort in English
- effort⇄effort, noun.
1. the use of energy and strength to do something; trying hard.
Ex. Climbing a steep hill takes effort. With much effort the little boy counted to 100.
2. a hard try; strong attempt.
Ex. He did not win but at least h
Effort in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
Effort in Sindhi سنڌي
Effort in Tamil தமிழ்
Effort
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈɛfərt/
Definitions
- The physical or mental energy exerted to achieve a goal.
- An attempt to accomplish something.
- A conscious exertion of power.
Usage Examples
- He put a lot of effort into completing the project.
- Winning the championship required great effort from the team.
- The new policy was an effort to improve productivity.
Etymology
Derived from Old French "esfort," from "esforcier" meaning "to exert oneself," from Latin "ex-" (out) + "fortis" (strong).
Synonyms
- Attempt
- Exertion
- Struggle
- Endeavor
Antonyms
- Inaction
- Idleness
- Laziness
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Esfuerzo | /esˈfweɾθo/ |
| French | Effort | /e.fɔʁ/ |
| German | Anstrengung | /ˈanʃtʁɛŋʊŋ/ |
| Hindi | प्रयास | /prayās/ |
| Tamil | முயற்சி | /muyarcci/ |
| Chinese | 努力 | /nǔlì/ |
| Arabic | جهد | /juhd/ |
| Russian | усилие | /usíliye/ |
| Japanese | 努力 | /doryoku/ |
| Korean | 노력 | /noryeok/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈɛfət/
- American English: /ˈɛfərt/
- Australian English: /ˈɛfət/
Historical Usage
The word "effort" has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to physical exertion before expanding to mental and abstract efforts.
Cultural Nuances
In various cultures, effort is valued differently; for example, in Japanese culture, perseverance and effort ("ganbaru") are highly esteemed, while in Western cultures, efficiency is often prioritized alongside effort.
More Information
Effort is a key concept in psychology, education, and motivation studies. Research shows that effort, rather than innate ability, is a major determinant of success in many fields.