Meaning of the word work in English

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

work

US /wɝːk/

UK /wɜːk/

activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result

Example:

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I have a lot of work to do today.

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The construction work is progressing well.

Synonym:

labor toil effort exertion drudgery

a task or tasks to be undertaken

Example:

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His main work is to manage the team.

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I finished all my work for the day.

Synonym:

task assignment duty job chore

a place where one is employed

Example:

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I'm heading to work now.

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She enjoys her work environment.

Synonym:

workplace office job employment

perform duties or tasks

Example:

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I work as a teacher.

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He works hard every day.

Synonym:

toil labor perform operate function

function or operate

Example:

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The machine doesn't work properly.

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Does this plan work for you?

Synonym:

function operate run perform succeed