What parts of speech is effort?

"Effort" can be a few different parts of speech, depending on how it's used in a sentence:

* Noun: When referring to the action of trying hard.

* Example: "It took a lot of effort to finish the project."

* Verb: When referring to making an attempt to do something.

* Example: "She effected a change in the company's policies." (This is a less common usage)

Let me know if you'd like examples of other words that can be multiple parts of speech!