tasks
word · lemma: task
Definition
Jobs, duties, or pieces of work that need to be done, often as part of a larger project or routine.
Usage & Nuances
Plural form of 'task'. Common collocations are 'complete tasks', 'daily tasks', and 'assign tasks'. Used in formal and informal settings; often refers to work, school, or digital to-do lists. Do not confuse with 'chores' (household jobs) or 'jobs' (employment or general work).
Spanish: tareasPortuguese (BR): tarefasPortuguese (PT): tarefasChinese (Simplified): 任务Chinese (Traditional): 任務Hindi: कार्यArabic: مهامBengali: কাজগুলো - দায়িত্বগুলোRussian: задания - задачиJapanese: タスク - 作業Vietnamese: nhiệm vụ - công việcKorean: 업무 - 과제Turkish: görevler - işlerUrdu: کام - فرائضIndonesian: tugas - pekerjaan
Example Sentences
I have many tasks to do today.
basic
She finished her homework tasks before dinner.
basic
Please organize these tasks by priority.
basic
My boss gave me extra tasks this week, so I'm really busy.
natural
Some tasks take longer than you expect, so plan ahead.
natural
Just break big projects into smaller tasks—it makes everything easier.
natural