A chore is a job or task that has to be done as part of routineusual, repeated way of doing things every day or week dutya responsibility that someone is expected to do, often something ordinary and not very enjoyable. People also use it for specific pieces of work that must be done for a feemoney paid for a service or piece of work or as part of regular responsibilities.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /tʃɔr/
Easy pronunciation: CHOR (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, so it is fully stressed.
Noun meaning a routine duty or piece of work to be done.
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Chore Meaning
a routine job that needs to be done
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee
Example: I finished my chores before dinner.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- job — Works well in the general sense of a piece of work to do.
- task — A broad substitute for a piece of work that needs to be done.
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Chore Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- job
- task
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Common Mistakes
- Using chore for any difficult job, even when the idea of routine duty or assigned work is not meant.
- Assuming chore always means housework only; it can also mean other assigned work or duties.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does chore mean?
Chore means a routine job or duty that needs to be done. It often refers to everyday work that people do regularly, such as cleaning or other household tasks.
What are synonyms for chore?
Good synonyms for chore include job and task, depending on the sentence.
Is chore only used for housework?
No. It often means housework, but it can also mean other routine duties or assigned work.
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