εργασία
Wordform Details
Translation: homeworkassignmentworktask
Part of Speech: noun
Inflection Type:
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Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: εργασία
Translation: homework; assignment; work; task (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐργασία (ergasia), derived from ἔργον (ergon) meaning 'work' or 'deed'. This root is the source of many English words including 'energy' (en-ergon, 'in work'), 'ergonomics' (the science of work efficiency), 'synergy' (syn-ergon, 'working together'), and 'allergy' (allos-ergon, 'other work' - abnormal reaction). The connection to 'work' makes this word particularly memorable for English speakers who recognize these scientific and technical terms.
Mnemonics
- Think 'ergonomics' - the science of making work comfortable
- ERGasía = ERGonomics = work-related
Example Wordforms
Cultural Context
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in academic settings for assignments and projects. In workplace contexts, often interchangeable with δουλειά, though εργασία can sound slightly more formal or academic.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: Both mean 'work' but δουλειά is more colloquial and commonly used in everyday speech, while εργασία is more formal and often used in academic or professional contexts
Confused word:
Πάω στη δουλειά μου κάθε πρωί.
I go to my job every morning.
Notes: εργασία is preferred in written Greek and formal speech, while δουλειά dominates in casual conversation
Mnemonic: εργασία = ERGonomics (formal/academic), δουλειά = daily work