Chore
/tʃɔːr/
Definitions
A small job or task that is usually boring or unpleasant but necessary.
/tʃɔːr/
A routine task, especially a household one.
My chores today include washing the dishes and vacuuming the floor.
💡 Simply: Chores are like little jobs around the house, like washing dishes or taking out the trash. They're things we have to do, even if they're not always fun!
👶 For kids: Chores are little jobs you do to help around the house.
More Examples
He finished his chores quickly.
How It's Used
"Doing the chores is a necessary part of keeping a clean house."
From Middle English *chore, from Old French *corée, from Old North French *corveie, from Latin *corvata, referring to a compulsory service.
Historically, 'chore' held a more significant connotation of compulsory labor, often connected to feudal obligations.
Memory tip
Think of 'chores' as 'choiring' around the house doing little jobs.