B2noun 2K

Labour

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈleɪbə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈleɪbər/"]/

Meaning of Labour

work, especially physical work

In simple words: Physical work, especially hard work.

Labour in a sentence

• The workers organized a strike to demand better conditions and fair labour practices.
• She is proud of her labour as an artist, creating beautiful sculptures.
• Labour laws protect workers from unfair treatment in the workplace.
• During the busy season, the labour required to keep the factory running increased significantly.
• In many countries, labour unions play a critical role in advancing workers' rights.

How to use Labour

Use 'labour' in contexts related to work, especially when discussing physical tasks or efforts. Avoid in casual settings without a clear reference to work.

Grammar pattern

labour + object

Memory hint

Think of 'labour' as a 'laboratory' where a lot of physical effort is put in.

Related words

Collocations with Labour

• manual
• physical
• back-breaking
• withdraw
• productivity
• camp
• manual
• physical
• back-breaking
• withdraw
• productivity
• camp
• free
• organized
• wage
• force
• market
• pool
• difficult
• easy
• long
• go into
• induce
• room
• ward
• pains
• in labour

Synonyms for Labour

• work
• effort
• toil
• exertion
• struggle

Opposites of Labour

• leisure
• idleness
• inactivity

Common mistakes with Labour

• Confused with 'labor' (American English spelling).
• Using 'labour' as a verb incorrectly.
• Overusing 'labour' in casual conversations; better to use 'work' instead.

Frequently asked questions about Labour

What does Labour mean?

Physical work, especially hard work.

What is the definition of Labour?

work, especially physical work

How do you use Labour in a sentence?

The workers organized a strike to demand better conditions and fair labour practices.

Can you give another example of Labour?

She is proud of her labour as an artist, creating beautiful sculptures.

What are synonyms for Labour?

Common alternatives include work, effort, toil, exertion, struggle.

What is the opposite of Labour?

Opposite meanings include leisure, idleness, inactivity.

What words go with Labour?

It commonly pairs with manual, physical, back-breaking, withdraw, productivity, camp, manual, physical, back-breaking, withdraw, productivity, camp, free, organized, wage, force, market, pool, difficult, easy, long, go into, induce, room, ward, pains, in labour.

What are common mistakes when using Labour?

Confused with 'labor' (American English spelling). Using 'labour' as a verb incorrectly. Overusing 'labour' in casual conversations; better to use 'work' instead.

How do you pronounce Labour?

US: /["/ˈleɪbər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈleɪbə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Labour?

Use 'labour' in contexts related to work, especially when discussing physical tasks or efforts. Avoid in casual settings without a clear reference to work.

What CEFR level is Labour?

"Labour" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.