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work

Pronunciation: [/wɝk/]

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work: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use work in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “job or task”

(verb) to do a job or task, such as your homework, chores, or a project. It can also mean to function correctly, like when a machine works well.

Example

I need to work on my science project tonight.

Example

The dishwasher is not working properly.

Example

Did you work on your assignment yesterday?

Context: “job or employment”

(noun) a job or activity where you earn money. It can be a specific task or project to be done.

Example

She has a lot of work to do before the deadline.

Example

Finding work during the pandemic has been challenging.

Example

Have you found a new work opportunity yet?

Context: “function properly”

(verb) to operate correctly or function properly. It can refer to a machine, system, or plan working as expected.

Example

The new computer software works smoothly.

Example

The old car engine doesn't work anymore.

Example

Does the air conditioning in your house work well?

Context: “effort or effort exerted”

(noun) effort or labor done to achieve a purpose. It can also mean a place or series of actions you do to achieve something.

Example

She put in a lot of work to finish the project on time.

Example

He avoided doing any work and left it for others.

Example

How much work did you put into preparing for the presentation?

How to pronounce work

Pronunciation: [/wɝk/]

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