Chore: meaning, definitions and examples

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chore

 

[ tʃɔː(r) ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

daily routine

A chore is a task that is unpleasant but necessary to be done, such as cleaning, cooking, or laundry. It is often seen as a mundane or routine job that needs to be completed.

Synonyms

duty, job, task

Examples of usage

  • I have to do the dishes again, it's such a chore.
  • Mowing the lawn is my least favorite chore.
Context #2 | Noun

boring activity

Chore can also refer to any activity that is tedious, monotonous, or boring. It is something that feels like a burden and is not enjoyable.

Synonyms

boredom, drudgery, tedium

Examples of usage

  • Sitting through that meeting felt like a chore.
  • Reading that book was a real chore.

Translations

Translations of the word "chore" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tarefa

🇮🇳 काम

🇩🇪 Aufgabe

🇮🇩 tugas

🇺🇦 доручення

🇵🇱 zadanie

🇯🇵 仕事

🇫🇷 tâche

🇪🇸 tarea

🇹🇷 görev

🇰🇷 

🇸🇦 مهمة

🇨🇿 úkol

🇸🇰 úloha

🇨🇳 任务

🇸🇮 naloga

🇮🇸 verkefni

🇰🇿 тапсырма

🇬🇪 დავალება

🇦🇿 tapşırıq

🇲🇽 tarea

Word origin

The word 'chore' originated from the Old English word 'cere', which meant 'a turn, time, or period'. Over time, it evolved to refer to a routine or mundane task. The concept of chores has been present throughout history, as tasks like cooking, cleaning, and tending to livestock have always been necessary for daily life.

See also: chores.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,445, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.