# efficiency vs efficient

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### efficiency
*noun · IPA /ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/ · frequency rank #3,749*
The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.

### efficient
*adjective · IPA /ɪˈfɪʃənt/ · frequency rank #3,484*
Making good, thorough, or careful use of resources; not consuming extra. Especially, making good use of time or energy.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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