Worksheet: meaning, definitions and examples

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worksheet

 

[ ˈwəːkʃiːt ]

Context #1

educational document

A worksheet is a paper or electronic document that provides exercises or activities for students to complete as part of their learning process. Worksheets are commonly used in schools and educational settings to reinforce concepts taught in class.

Synonyms

activity sheet, exercise sheet, homework sheet

Examples of usage

  • The teacher handed out a worksheet on multiplication for the students to complete.
  • Students were asked to work on a worksheet about the water cycle for homework.
Context #2

financial document

In a financial context, a worksheet refers to a document used to organize and calculate financial data, such as income, expenses, and budgeting information. Worksheets are essential for financial planning and tracking.

Synonyms

budget sheet, expense report, financial statement

Examples of usage

  • The accountant prepared a worksheet to analyze the company's financial performance.
  • I need to fill out a worksheet to determine my monthly expenses.

Translations

Translations of the word "worksheet" in other languages:

🇵🇹 folha de exercício

🇮🇳 कार्यपत्रक

🇩🇪 Arbeitsblatt

🇮🇩 lembar kerja

🇺🇦 робочий аркуш

🇵🇱 arkusz roboczy

🇯🇵 ワークシート

🇫🇷 feuille de travail

🇪🇸 hoja de trabajo

🇹🇷 çalışma sayfası

🇰🇷 작업지

🇸🇦 ورقة عمل

🇨🇿 pracovní list

🇸🇰 pracovný list

🇨🇳 工作表

🇸🇮 delovni list

🇮🇸 verkefnablað

🇰🇿 жұмыс парағы

🇬🇪 სამუშაო ფურცელი

🇦🇿 iş vərəqi

🇲🇽 hoja de trabajo

Word origin

The term 'worksheet' originated in the mid-17th century, deriving from the combination of 'work' and 'sheet'. The concept of using structured sheets to facilitate learning or organizing information has been prevalent in education and finance for centuries. Worksheets have evolved from simple paper handouts to digital formats, becoming an integral part of modern educational and financial practices.

See also: sheet, sheets.