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workflow

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈwɜːrkfloʊ/

KK: /ˈwɜrkˌfloʊ/

noun
Definition

The process or series of steps that are followed to complete a task or project, often involving multiple people or systems.


Example

The team improved their workflow to increase efficiency and reduce errors.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you checked out the new workflow tool we discussed?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looks pretty helpful for managing tasks more efficiently.
Sloth A
I think it could really improve our team's workflow overall.
Sloth B
Definitely! I'm excited to see how it changes our project management.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
process
procedure
system
Antonyms
disorder
chaos
standstill
Root Explanation

Workflow → It is formed from "work" (from Old English *weorc*, meaning physical or mental effort) and "flow" (from Old English *flowan*, meaning to flow or move). The word "workflow" describes the process of work moving smoothly or in a sequence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'work' as the effort you put in and 'flow' as how smoothly that effort moves. This helps you remember that 'workflow' refers to the smooth process of work.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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