Russian Word of the Day
работа
/ra-BO-ta/ • noun (feminine) — 2nd of May, 2026
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Meaning: work; a job; tasks to be done
Examples
- У меня много работы сегодня.
(I have a lot of work today.) - Я начинаю новую работу в понедельник.
(I'm starting a new job on Monday.) - Эта работа интересная, но сложная.
(This job is interesting but difficult.)
Synonyms
- труд
- служба
A common feminine noun used both for work in general (uncountable: 'a lot of work') and for a particular position (countable: 'a new job'). Common verbs/collocations include найти работу (to find a job), искать работу (to look for a job), и работать (to work). Stress is on the second syllable: ra-BO-ta.
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