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Worked

🇬🇧 UK //wɜːkt// 🇺🇸 US //wɜrkt//

Meaning of Worked

To have done a job or activity that requires effort.

In simple words: Did a job or task.

Worked in a sentence

• She worked late to finish the project before the deadline.
• He worked hard all year to achieve his goals.
• The machine worked perfectly after the repairs.
• They worked together on the community cleanup event.
• After everything, it was a long day, but she worked through it.

How to use Worked

Use 'worked' for actions completed in the past. It is informal in casual speech but appropriate in writing.

Grammar pattern

worked + object

Memory hint

Think of 'work' as your daily grind, and 'worked' means you completed it.

Related words

Collocations with Worked

• worked hard
• worked together
• worked on
• worked out
• worked effectively

Synonyms for Worked

• functioned
• operated
• labored
• performed
• acted

Opposites of Worked

• rested
• idled
• failed

Common mistakes with Worked

• Confused with 'work' as in the present tense.
• Using 'worked' with future context incorrectly.
• Not conjugating appropriately with different subjects.

Frequently asked questions about Worked

What does Worked mean?

Did a job or task.

What is the definition of Worked?

To have done a job or activity that requires effort.

How do you use Worked in a sentence?

She worked late to finish the project before the deadline.

Can you give another example of Worked?

He worked hard all year to achieve his goals.

What are synonyms for Worked?

Common alternatives include functioned, operated, labored, performed, acted.

What is the opposite of Worked?

Opposite meanings include rested, idled, failed.

What words go with Worked?

It commonly pairs with worked hard, worked together, worked on, worked out, worked effectively.

What are common mistakes when using Worked?

Confused with 'work' as in the present tense. Using 'worked' with future context incorrectly. Not conjugating appropriately with different subjects.

How do you pronounce Worked?

US: //wɜrkt//, UK: //wɜːkt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Worked?

Use 'worked' for actions completed in the past. It is informal in casual speech but appropriate in writing.