עֲבוֹדָה
'avodá
The Hebrew word for job is עֲבוֹדָה ('avodá). Wiktionary also lists מִשְׂרָה (misrá).
Meaning: economic role for which a person is paid (noun)
Ways to say it
| Hebrew | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| עֲבוֹדָה | 'avodá | |
| מִשְׂרָה | misrá | feminine |
The term is used to describe an economic role for which a person is paid.
Which one should you use?
עֲבוֹדָה is a general term for work or labor. In contrast, מִשְׂרָה refers specifically to a professional position or a job title. מִשְׂרָה is used when referring to a specific job position or office, often in a more formal or administrative context.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of עֲבוֹדָה is עֲבוֹדוֹת.
How do you pronounce it?
'avodá
Did you know?
- The root of עֲבוֹדָה is also the foundation for the word עֶבֶד, which means 'slave' or 'servant'. This highlights the historical evolution from forced labor to professional employment.
- In a religious context, the word עֲבוֹדָה can also refer to 'service' or 'worship' directed toward God, rather than just physical labor or a job.
- In modern Israel, the term עֲבוֹדָה is used in a slang expression עֲבוֹדָה שְׁחֹרָה meaning 'black work'. This describes a tedious, grueling, or thankless task regardless of the actual pay.
Examples in context
- אני מחפש עבודה מעניינת בתחום התקשורת.I'm looking for an interesting job in the field of communications.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “job” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
