Meaning of the word tasks in English

What does tasks mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tasks

US /tæsk/
UK /tɑːsk/

Noun

a piece of work to be done or undertaken

Example:
I have several important tasks to complete today.
Delegating tasks can help manage workload.

Verb

to assign a task to someone

Example:
The manager will task each team member with specific responsibilities.
He was tasked with finding a solution to the problem.