Exertion Meaning in English
word
ɪɡˈzɝʃən
ig-ZUR-shun
ɛɡzˈɜːʃən
eg-ZUR-shun
Definition
Exertion means physical or mental effort, especially when it is strong or tiring.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or neutral noun; most often refers to tiring effort. Common phrases include 'physical exertion.' Not usually used for small efforts. Be careful not to confuse with 'expert' or 'execution.'
Spanish: esfuerzoPortuguese (BR): esforçoPortuguese (PT): esforçoChinese (Simplified): 努力Chinese (Traditional): 努力Hindi: परिश्रमArabic: جهدBengali: পরিশ্রম - চেষ্টাRussian: усилие - напряжениеJapanese: 努力 - 奮闘Vietnamese: sự gắng sức - sự nỗ lực (mệt nhọc)Korean: 노력 - 수고Turkish: çaba - gayretUrdu: مشقت - کوششIndonesian: usaha keras - upaya (fisik/mental)
Example Sentences
After running, he felt tired from the exertion.
basic
It takes a lot of exertion to lift heavy boxes.
basic
She avoided any exertion after her surgery.
basic
The hike was beautiful, but the exertion left us all out of breath.
natural
Even simple tasks can feel like huge exertion when you’re sick.
natural
After all that exertion at the gym, I deserve a good meal!
natural