Dictionary
English - Greek
Job
dʒɑb
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
δουλειά (doulia), εργασία (ergasia), θέση (thesi), καθήκον (kathikon), εργασία (ergasia)
Job meanings in Greek
δουλειά (doulia)
Example:
I have a lot of work to do today.
Έχω πολλή δουλειά να κάνω σήμερα.
She loves her job as a teacher.
Αγαπά τη δουλειά της ως δασκάλα.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both professional and casual settings to refer to employment or tasks.
Note: This is the most common translation and can refer to any kind of work, whether paid or unpaid.
εργασία (ergasia)
Example:
Her work requires a lot of creativity.
Η εργασία της απαιτεί πολλή δημιουργικότητα.
He is seeking employment in a new field of work.
Αναζητά εργασία σε έναν νέο τομέα.
Usage: formalContext: Often used in official or academic contexts, referring to tasks or projects.
Note: This term is more formal and can imply specific tasks or responsibilities.
θέση (thesi)
Example:
I applied for a job position at the company.
Έκανα αίτηση για μια θέση στην εταιρεία.
The job opening has attracted many candidates.
Η θέση εργασίας έχει προσελκύσει πολλούς υποψηφίους.
Usage: formalContext: Typically used in job applications or discussions about employment roles.
Note: This term specifically refers to a job position or role within an organization.
καθήκον (kathikon)
Example:
It is your job to complete the project on time.
Είναι καθήκον σου να ολοκληρώσεις το έργο στην ώρα του.
He has responsibilities in his job that he takes seriously.
Έχει καθήκοντα στη δουλειά του που τα παίρνει στα σοβαρά.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to refer to responsibilities or duties associated with a job.
Note: This term emphasizes the obligations and responsibilities that come with a job.
εργασία (ergasia)
Example:
She has a part-time job at a café.
Έχει μια μερική απασχόληση σε ένα καφέ.
He does freelance work in graphic design.
Κάνει ελεύθερη εργασία στο γραφιστικό σχέδιο.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversation, often to describe tasks or freelance work.
Note: This term can also refer to tasks or projects that are not necessarily formal employment.
Job's synonyms
occupation
An occupation refers to a person's regular work or profession.
Example: Her occupation is a teacher.
Note: Occupation is a broader term that encompasses all types of work, while job typically refers to a specific position or task within one's occupation.
employment
Employment refers to the state of being employed or having a job.
Example: She found employment at a local company.
Note: Employment is a more formal term that can refer to the act or condition of being employed, while job is often used to describe a specific task or position.
career
A career is a person's progress or general course of action through life or through a series of jobs.
Example: He has built a successful career in marketing.
Note: Career implies a long-term pursuit of a particular profession or occupation, while job can be more temporary or specific.
vocation
A vocation is a strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation.
Example: Teaching is her vocation; she is passionate about it.
Note: Vocation often carries a sense of calling or purpose, whereas job is a more general term for paid work or tasks.
position
A position refers to a job or role within an organization or company.
Example: She applied for a managerial position at the company.
Note: Position is more specific and often refers to a particular role within a company or organization, while job can be a broader term for any type of work.
Job expressions, common phrases
Get a job
This phrase is used to suggest or encourage someone to find employment.
Example: Why don't you get a job instead of relying on your parents?
Note: The focus is on finding employment rather than just the concept of work.
Job market
Refers to the current demand for workers in a particular industry or overall economy.
Example: The job market is very competitive for recent graduates.
Note: It specifically refers to the demand and supply dynamics of employment opportunities.
Dream job
Describes a job that one finds ideal or perfect.
Example: Working as a travel writer is my dream job.
Note: It emphasizes the personal fulfillment and satisfaction derived from the job.
Job security
Refers to the assurance of having a stable position or employment.
Example: Many people value job security over higher pay.
Note: It focuses on the stability and certainty of employment rather than the work itself.
Odd job
Denotes small, casual, or irregular jobs or tasks.
Example: He does odd jobs like gardening and painting to earn extra money.
Note: It implies temporary or sporadic work rather than a formal, consistent job.
On the job
Means gaining experience or training while actually doing the work.
Example: She learned a lot on the job during her first year as a teacher.
Note: It highlights the learning or skill development that occurs while actively working.
Job satisfaction
Refers to the contentment and fulfillment one derives from their job.
Example: Despite the long hours, I have a high level of job satisfaction in my current role.
Note: It focuses on the emotional and psychological fulfillment derived from work, beyond just fulfilling tasks.
Job everyday (slang) expressions
Gig
A gig refers to a temporary or freelance job, often in the creative or entertainment industry.
Example: I have a gig as a freelance writer.
Note: The term 'gig' implies a more casual or short-term nature compared to a traditional full-time job.
Hustle
Hustle can mean working hard, often in multiple jobs or projects, to achieve financial success or goals.
Example: She's always hustling to make ends meet.
Note: While a job is more structured, a hustle suggests a more relentless, often entrepreneurial, approach to work.
Grind
Being on the grind means consistently working hard or putting in effort, especially in a monotonous job.
Example: I'm on the daily grind at the office.
Note: The term 'grind' implies repetitive or challenging work, often with a sense of perseverance and dedication.
Side hustle
A side hustle is a secondary job or income source alongside one's main job.
Example: My side hustle is selling handmade jewelry online.
Note: Unlike a full-time job, a side hustle is typically pursued part-time and may involve entrepreneurial ventures or passion projects.
Breadwinner
A breadwinner is the primary provider of income in a household or family.
Example: He's the breadwinner of the family, working two jobs to support them.
Note: While a job refers to any form of employment, being a breadwinner carries the connotation of being responsible for financially supporting others.
Nine-to-fiver
A nine-to-fiver is someone who works regular daytime hours, typically from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Example: Most nine-to-fivers look forward to the weekends.
Note: This term often contrasts with flexible working hours or non-traditional work schedules.
Racket
Racket can refer to a job or line of work, especially one that is profitable or seems dubious.
Example: Her new modeling gig seems like quite a racket.
Note: Unlike the neutral term 'job', 'racket' can carry a sense of illegitimacy or unfairness, often associated with shady practices.
Job - Examples
Igen nehéz munkát végzek az építkezésen.
Είναι πολύ δύσκολο να κάνω δουλειά στην οικοδομή.
Az új foglalkozásom nagyon izgalmas és kihívást jelent.
Η νέα μου δουλειά είναι πολύ συναρπαστική και αποτελεί πρόκληση.
Az állásinterjún elmondtam, hogy milyen tapasztalataim vannak a foglalkoztatás terén.
Στη συνέντευξη εργασίας είπα ποια είναι η εμπειρία μου στον τομέα της απασχόλησης.
Job grammar
Job - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: job
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): jobs
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): job
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): jobbed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): jobbing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): jobs
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): job
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): job
Syllables, Separation and Stress
job Contains 1 syllables: job
Phonetic transcription: ˈjäb
job , ˈjäb (The red syllable is stressed)
Job - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
job: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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