labor — work, especially physical work
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: work, especially physical work
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈleɪbər/
Korean meaning: 노동, 일 (특히 육체적 노동)
Korean pronunciation: 레이-버 (강세: 레이)
Example Sentences
- My dad said gardening is relaxing, but after 5 hours of labor, I think he's lying!
- The company values skilled labor and offers competitive wages.
- She labored through the difficult math problem until she finally solved it.
labor
NOUN//ˈleɪbər//
work, especially physical work
Years of hard labor slowly transformed the empty land into a thriving farm.
The labor became harder as workers carried heavier loads through the heat.
Years of honest labor earned the community’s favor and deep respect for his behavior.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'labor' meaning work or toil, with roots possibly connected to Proto-Indo-European *leubh- meaning to care for or desire. The word entered English through Old French 'labour' during the Norman period.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dad said gardening is relaxing, but after 5 hours of labor, I think he's lying!”
“The company values skilled labor and offers competitive wages.”
“She labored through the difficult math problem until she finally solved it.”
“The pizza delivery guy deserves respect - his labor brings us happiness at 2 AM!”
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