🇨🇳 How to say

“job” in Chinese

工作gōngzuò
Illustration of "job" in a Chinese cultural setting
A woman sits at her office desk, typing on her computer while surrounded by papers and a coffee mug, clearly focused on her daily tasks.

Usage note

工作 is a neutral, common word for both 'job' and 'work', used in formal and casual contexts alike, and is essential for talking about employment or tasks.

Examples

  • 我的工作很有趣。

    My job is very interesting.

  • 他每天去工作。

    He goes to work every day.

  • 我喜欢我的新工作。

    I like my new job.

Quick check

What does "工作" mean?

  • A. job
  • B. home
  • C. building
  • D. baggage

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