CEFR A1

work

verb, noun

Meaning

To do a job, task, or activity that requires effort.

Examples

She works at a hospital.
I worked all morning on the report.

Synonyms: job, task, employment, occupation

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work (A1)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: /wɜːrk/

Definition

To do a job, task, or activity that requires effort.

Examples

She works at a hospital.
I worked all morning on the report.
They work hard during exam season.

How to Use work

work hard (collocation): To put a lot of effort into something. — "She works hard to get good grades."
work out (phrasal verb): To exercise the body. — "He works out at the gym three times a week."
work out (phrasal verb): To be resolved or solved. — "I hope everything works out for you."
work for (prepositional phrase): To be employed by a person or company. — "He works for Google."
work on (prepositional phrase): To spend time trying to achieve something. — "We are working on a new plan."
work as (prepositional phrase): To have a particular job or role. — "She works as a teacher."

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