least effort

• Bezeichnet das Prinzip oder die Tendenz, den Weg oder die Methode zu wählen, die den geringsten Aufwand, Energieeinsatz oder Widerstand erfordert.

A phrase describing the principle or tendency to choose the path or method that requires the minimum amount of work, energy, or resistance to achieve a goal.

1. Path of least resistanceB2informal

   The approach or method that requires the minimum amount of work, energy, or difficulty.

   geringster Aufwand

   • He always takes the path of least effort when doing his chores.
   • She finished the project with the least effort possible.
   • Choosing the least effort option often leads to mediocre results.