Kortpad

Kortpad is a term with origins in Afrikaans that translates literally to "short path" or "shortcut." It is commonly used in everyday language to describe a quicker or more direct route between two points, often deviating from a standard or longer road. This can apply to physical travel, such as walking through a field or cutting across a park instead of following the sidewalk, or it can be used metaphorically.

Metaphorically, "kortpad" refers to finding an easier, faster, or more efficient way to achieve a goal or complete a task. This might involve simplifying a process, avoiding unnecessary steps, or employing a clever workaround. The concept implies a desire for efficiency and a reduction in effort or time. While "kortpad" can sometimes suggest cutting corners in a negative sense, it often implies ingenuity and resourcefulness in finding a more streamlined solution. The term is widely understood and frequently used in South Africa and other Afrikaans-speaking communities.