Greek · Work & Business

δουλειά

douleiá

Work; job

Beginnernoun · feminine

Definition

A job, or the activity of working.

Example

Ψάχνω καινούργια δουλειά.

I am looking for a new job.

Etymology

'Δουλειά' (douleiá) has its roots in the Ancient Greek 'δουλεία' (douleia), which means servitude or work. The term has evolved to represent employment or work-life contexts in modern language.

How & Where It’s Used

Primarily used in informal contexts, 'δουλειά' appears in everyday conversations relating to jobs and tasks. It is widely understood throughout Greece.

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