Pronunciation

/tæsk/

Definitions

Noun

A task is a piece of work or duty that needs to be done, often with a specific purpose or goal. It can also refer to a particular assignment or responsibility given by a teacher, employer, or supervisor.

Verb

To task (someone) is to assign them a job or responsibility, often implying that they should complete it. This can be in the context of giving a specific assignment or delegating duties.

Adjective

Tasks can be used to describe something that is assigned or required, as in “a list of daily tasks” or “a challenging task.”

Phrases

• “To complete a task” means to finish the job assigned to you.
• “Task-oriented” refers to someone who focuses on completing tasks efficiently.
• “On a task” implies being fully engaged in a specific activity.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The manager assigned several tasks to the team for the upcoming project.”
• Verb: “She tasked me with organizing the event for next week.”
• Adjective: “The employees were working diligently on their assigned tasks.”

Synonyms

• Assignment
• Duty
• Responsibility
• Mission
• Objective
• Goal
• Project
• chore
• errand