workhorse
US /ˈwɝːk.hɔːrs/
UK /ˈwɜːk.hɔːs/
名詞
1.
役馬, 使役馬
a horse used for work, especially for pulling heavy loads or for farm work
例:
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The farmer used a strong workhorse to plow the fields.
農夫は畑を耕すために力強い役馬を使った。
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Draft horses are often referred to as workhorses.
2.
働き者, 主力
a person or thing that performs consistently and reliably, especially in a demanding role or situation
例:
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She's a real workhorse in the office, always taking on extra tasks.
彼女はオフィスで本当に働き者で、いつも追加の仕事を引き受けている。
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This old printer is a reliable workhorse; it never breaks down.
この古いプリンターは信頼できる働き者で、決して故障しない。