economical

🇺🇸 /ˌiːkəˈnɑːmɪkl/ 🇬🇧 /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkl/
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Tags TOP10000CEFR-B2
adjective
R

giving good value for the money or time spent

Buying in bulk is economical because it saves money per item.

R

using only what is needed, without waste

Her economical use of words made the message clear and direct.

R

careful with money, not spending too much

He is economical with his budget, always looking for the best deals.

translation

adj. giving good value for the money or time spent; using only what is needed, without waste; careful with money, not spending too much