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“labor” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinláo dòng

Example

我们要尊重劳动。wǒ men yào zūn zhòng láo dòng

We should respect labor.

Illustration for 劳动 (labor)

How to say “labor” in Chinese

“Labor” in Chinese is 劳动 (láo dòng).

Physical or mental effort put into action to accomplish useful work, whether paid or unpaid.

Full entry for 劳动: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 劳动

公司与员工签订了劳动合同。gōng sī yǔ yuán gōng qiān dìng le láo dòng hé tóng

The company and an employee signed a labor contract.

Tips for using 劳动

  • This noun fits formal discussions of work as a social activity better than casual comments about a single task or shift.

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