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assign

 

[əˈsʌɪn ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

task completion

To allocate a task or responsibility to someone.

Synonyms

allocate, appoint, delegate.

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Word Description / Examples
assign

Used when giving a specific task or responsibility to someone.

  • I was assigned the task of organizing the team meeting
  • The teacher assigned homework to the students
allocate

Used when distributing resources or duties among a group or towards a purpose.

  • The manager allocated funds for the new project
  • We need to allocate more time to this task
delegate

Used when giving someone the authority to carry out a specific task or duty, often one of your own.

  • You should delegate some of your tasks to your team members
  • The manager delegated the responsibility of the report to Jane
appoint

Used when officially selecting someone for a position or role.

  • She was appointed as the new CEO of the company
  • The president appointed a new ambassador

Examples of usage

  • He assigned the project to his team.
  • She assigned homework to her students.
  • The teacher assigned roles for the school play.
Context #2 | Noun

education

A task or piece of work allocated to someone.

Synonyms

project, task, work.

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Word Description / Examples
assign

Best used when giving someone a particular duty or responsibility.

  • The manager will assign the new project to the most experienced team.
  • Teachers often assign homework to students.
task

A piece of work that needs to be done, often part of a larger project.

  • Completing the budget report is a challenging task.
  • He was given the task of organizing the company picnic.
project

Typically refers to a planned piece of work that has a specific goal and is often for an extended period.

  • We are starting a new project to develop eco-friendly packaging.
  • This project aims to improve the city's infrastructure.
work

General term for activities involving mental or physical effort done to achieve a result.

  • She has a lot of work to finish before the deadline.
  • His work involves data analysis.

Examples of usage

  • The students were given a challenging assign to complete over the weekend.
  • The boss handed out a new assign to each team member.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'assignare', which means 'to mark' or 'to designate'.
  • It entered the English language in the 14th century, originally used in legal contexts before gaining broader usage.

Education

  • In schools, assignments help teachers assess what students have learned.
  • Common types of assignments include essays, projects, and presentations, each tailored to reinforce different skills.

Technology

  • In software development, assigning tasks to team members can optimize productivity and clarify responsibilities.
  • Many project management tools exist to help teams assign and track tasks efficiently, fostering collaboration.

Psychology

  • Tasks that are assigned can affect motivation; clear guidelines make it easier for people to complete them.
  • People often perform better when assignments are matched to their interests and strengths, making the work feel more rewarding.

Pop Culture

  • In movies and TV shows, characters often go on 'assignments' that lead to adventures or conflict, showcasing the importance of purpose.
  • Video games frequently include missions or assignments that players must complete to progress in the story.

Translations

Translations of the word "assign" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atribuir

🇮🇳 सौंपना

🇩🇪 zuweisen

🇮🇩 menugaskan

🇺🇦 призначати

🇵🇱 przydzielić

🇯🇵 割り当てる (wariateru)

🇫🇷 assigner

🇪🇸 asignar

🇹🇷 atamak

🇰🇷 할당하다 (haldanghada)

🇸🇦 تعيين (ta'yin)

🇨🇿 přiřadit

🇸🇰 priradiť

🇨🇳 分配 (fēnpèi)

🇸🇮 dodeliti

🇮🇸 úthluta

🇰🇿 тағайындау

🇬🇪 დანიშნვა (danishnva)

🇦🇿 təyin etmək

🇲🇽 asignar

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,797 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.