WORK:
- Definition: “Work” is an activity that involves effort, usually to achieve a result or accomplish a task.
- Examples:
- “I have a lot of work to do today.” (tasks or duties)
- “She works at a bank.” (the action of performing a job)
- Key Point: “Work” can be a verb (action) or a noun (things you do).
JOB:
- Definition: “Job” is a specific position of employment where a person works.
- Examples:
- “He got a new job as a teacher.” (specific position)
- “What is your job?” (asking about someone’s employment)
- Key Point: “Job” is always a noun (the specific role or position).
Comparing Them:
- Work is the activity (what you do), while a job is the position (where you do it).
- Work can be general tasks, while a job is a specific role.
Example to Illustrate:
- “I work (verb) at a hospital. My job (noun) is a nurse.”
More Examples:
Work as a Verb:
- “She works every day from 9 AM to 5 PM.”
- “They are working on a new project.”
Work as a Noun:
- “I have a lot of work to finish before the deadline.”
- “His work is very creative.”
Job as a Noun:
- “He applied for a job at the local library.”
- “My dream job is to be a doctor.”
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