task
Translation
task, job, assignment
Examples
I have a difficult task to complete.
I have a difficult task to complete.
My first task of the day is to check emails.
My first task of the day is to check emails.
Grammar Patterns
((a task)) ((of -ing)) a piece of work that sb has to do He had the difficult task of telling the bad news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: job, assignment, duty, chore
Etymology
From Old French 'tasque' (a tax, imposed work), from Latin 'taxa' (a tax).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'to-do list' - each item on it is a task.