Meaning and Usage
The verb '일하다' means 'to work' or 'to labor' and is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe performing a job or task. It can refer to working at a company, doing physical labor, or even working from home.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '일하다' when talking about employment hours, workplace activities, or the act of focusing on a task. It is a neutral verb suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 일하다 + 장소 (e.g., 회사에서 일하다): to work at a place, specifying the workplace.
- 집에서 일하다: to work from home, a common phrase especially after the rise of remote work.
- 일할 때: when working, used to talk about conditions or advice related to work.
Usage Tips
'일하다' is a straightforward verb but learners sometimes confuse it with '공부하다' (to study) or '운동하다' (to exercise). Remember, '일하다' specifically refers to work or labor, not studying or exercising.
Use '일하다' to describe your job, working hours, or the act of doing work-related tasks in various settings.