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working

working

Meaning of working

functioning normally

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EN-UK/ˈwɜːkɪŋ/
EN-US/ˈwɝkɪŋ/
working
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working with Russian translation

working usage examples

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

После ремонта у нас снова есть работающий водонагреватель.

The water heater is working again after the repair.

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Работающий насос в подвале не даёт воде подняться, поэтому подвал остаётся сухим.

The pump in the basement is working, so the cellar stays dry.

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working belongs to the topic "Housing and Utilities". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

workingработающий
messбеспорядок
trashмусор
toolинструмент
sinkраковина
wipeпротирать
turn onвключать

working synonyms

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running
Often used to say something is currently operating or in progress (machines, services, processes).
functional
Stresses that something has its intended function and works as intended; slightly emphasizes capability rather than active operation.
on
Specifically indicates a device is switched on/powered; does not always imply it is functioning correctly.
serviceable
Somewhat formal; means fit for use or repairable, often implying some wear but still usable.
usable
Emphasizes that something can be used; not necessarily perfect or fully functional in all aspects.
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🇬🇧en

Often used to say something is currently operating or in progress (machines, services, processes).

A2Often

The engine has been running all morning.

🇬🇧en

Stresses that something has its intended function and works as intended; slightly emphasizes capability rather than active operation.

B1Often

The lamp is still functional, but the switch is loose.

🇬🇧en

Specifically indicates a device is switched on/powered; does not always imply it is functioning correctly.

A2Very Often

The heater is on, but it's not heating well.

S
🇬🇧en
serviceable

Somewhat formal; means fit for use or repairable, often implying some wear but still usable.

B1Rarely

The old truck is still serviceable for short trips.

U
🇬🇧en
usable

Emphasizes that something can be used; not necessarily perfect or fully functional in all aspects.

A2Often

The old phone is barely usable for calls.

I
🇬🇧en
in good condition

General phrase indicating something is well maintained and not damaged; implies proper functioning but broader than just 'working'.

A2Often

The boiler is in good condition after the service.

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How to pronounce working and what this word means

working means working. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce working

/ˈwɜːkɪŋ/

working translation

working

working examples

The water heater is working again after the repair.

working transcription

/ˈwɜːkɪŋ/, /ˈwɝkɪŋ/

Questions about this word

working meaning: what does it mean?

functioning normally

working pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

working is pronounced as /ˈwɜːkɪŋ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

working definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The water heater is working again after the repair. Translation: После ремонта у нас снова есть работающий водонагреватель.

Is working part of Housing and Utilities vocabulary?

Yes, working can be learned in the Housing and Utilities topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is working part of Home and Household vocabulary?

Yes, working can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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