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Le Verbe à Particule 'Work Out': Gym, Maths et Succès

Maîtriser work out te permet de mieux t'exprimer sur l'effort, les solutions et le succès.
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Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds

'Work out' is a versatile phrasal verb meaning to exercise, solve a problem, or have a successful result.

  • Use it for physical exercise: 'I work out every morning.'
  • Use it for solving or calculating: 'Can you work out this math problem?'
  • Use it for situations ending well: 'Don't worry, everything will work out.'
Subject + Work + Out (+ Object)

Overview

### Overview
Bienvenue, cher apprenant. En tant que francophone, tu as l'habitude d'utiliser des verbes précis pour chaque situation : « faire de l'exercice », « résoudre un problème », « s'arranger ». En anglais, le verbe à particule (phrasal verb) work out est un véritable couteau suisse linguistique.
Il est omniprésent dans la culture anglophone, que ce soit au gym, dans les réunions de travail ou lors de discussions sur tes projets personnels. Pourquoi est-ce important ? Parce que maîtriser work out, c'est passer d'un anglais scolaire à un anglais naturel, celui qu'on entend dans les séries ou au bureau.
En français, nous avons des verbes distincts pour chaque action. Nous utilisons la morphologie du verbe pour exprimer le sens. En anglais, la structure est différente : on combine un verbe de base, work (travailler, fonctionner, effort), avec une particule, out (dehors, dehors de, jusqu'au bout).
Cette combinaison crée un nouveau sens, souvent lié à l'idée d'un effort qui mène à un résultat concret. Contrairement au français où le sens est souvent « contenu » dans la racine du verbe, en anglais, le sens est « construit » par l'ajout de la particule. Si tu ne maîtrises pas cette nuance, tu risques de traduire littéralement, ce qui sonnera étrange pour un anglophone.
C'est un point de grammaire crucial pour atteindre le niveau B1 et au-delà.
### How This Grammar Works
Pour comprendre work out, il faut décomposer la logique anglophone. Le verbe work évoque l'effort, le processus ou le fonctionnement. La particule out apporte une dimension de finalité, de sortie, ou de découverte.
En français, nous dirions que out agit comme un marqueur d'accomplissement (tel que le préfixe « résou- » dans « résoudre » ou « s'en- » dans « s'entraîner »).
  1. 1L'effort physique : Quand tu dis I work out, tu exprimes l'idée que ton effort interne (l'énergie dépensée) est extériorisé par le mouvement. En français, nous utilisons le verbe « s'entraîner » ou l'expression « faire du sport ». L'anglais privilégie l'aspect dynamique de l'effort.
  2. 2La résolution mentale : Quand tu dis I need to work out this problem, tu utilises work pour l'effort intellectuel et out pour signifier que tu extrais la solution du problème. C'est l'équivalent de « trouver la solution » ou « résoudre ».
  3. 3L'évolution positive : Quand on dit It will work out, on parle d'une situation qui se « dénoue » favorablement. C'est très proche de notre expression « ça va s'arranger ».
Le point clé ici est la notion de « processus ». Work out n'est pas un état, c'est une action qui transforme une situation initiale en un résultat final. C'est cette dimension processuelle qui le différencie des verbes statiques.
En français, nous avons souvent besoin d'un complément d'objet direct ou d'un verbe réfléchi pour exprimer ces nuances, alors que l'anglais utilise la plasticité du phrasal verb.
### Formation Pattern
La formation de work out dépend de sa transitivité. Voici comment structurer tes phrases :
| Type | Règle de séparation | Exemple | Traduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intransitif | Jamais séparable | I work out every day. | Je fais du sport tous les jours. |
| Transitif (Nom) | Séparable | Work out the budget. / Work the budget out. | Calcule le budget. |
| Transitif (Pronom) | Obligatoirement séparable | Work it out. | Résous-le. |
La règle d'or : avec un nom, tu as le choix. Avec un pronom (it, them, him, her), tu dois impérativement mettre le pronom entre work et out. C'est une erreur classique de dire work out it. Il faut dire work it out.
### When To Use It
Tu utiliseras work out dans cinq contextes principaux :
  1. 1Le sport : « I work out at the gym. » (Je fais de la musculation/du sport).
  2. 2Le calcul ou la résolution : « I can't work out the answer. » (Je n'arrive pas à trouver la réponse).
  3. 3La planification : « Let's work out a plan. » (Élaborons un plan).
  4. 4Le dénouement : « Everything will work out fine. » (Tout finira par s'arranger).
  5. 5La compréhension : « I finally worked out his real intentions. » (J'ai fini par comprendre ses intentions).
### Common Mistakes
  1. 1L'erreur du pronom : Les francophones disent souvent work out it. Pourquoi ? Parce qu'en français, le pronom COD suit le verbe (« résoudre-le »). En anglais, le pronom doit s'insérer dans le phrasal verb : work it out.
  2. 2La confusion avec « travailler » : Dire I worked out at the office pour dire « j'ai travaillé au bureau ». C'est une erreur grave ! Work out implique toujours soit du sport, soit une résolution de problème. Pour le travail classique, dis juste I worked at the office.
  3. 3La confusion avec « sortir » : Certains pensent que work out signifie « sortir pour travailler ». C'est une interférence linguistique due à la traduction mot à mot de out. Work out est une unité sémantique, ne cherche pas à traduire out séparément.
### Contrast With Similar Patterns
Il est facile de confondre work out avec d'autres verbes. Voici un tableau comparatif pour t'aider à y voir plus clair :
| Verbe anglais | Usage principal | Équivalent français |
|---|---|---|
| Work out | Résoudre, faire du sport | Résoudre, s'entraîner, s'arranger |
| Work on | Améliorer, développer | Travailler sur, peaufiner |
| Find out | Découvrir une information | Apprendre, découvrir, savoir |
### Quick FAQ
Q: Puis-je dire
I work out my homework
?
Non. Work out implique une réflexion ou un calcul. Pour les devoirs, utilise do ou complete. Work out ne s'utilise que si les devoirs sont des problèmes mathématiques complexes.
Q: Quelle est la différence entre workout (un mot) et work out (deux mots) ?
C'est la différence entre le nom et le verbe. I have a workout (nom, une séance) vs I want to work out (verbe, l'action).
Q: Est-ce que work out est formel ?
C'est un registre standard, parfait pour le travail ou les amis. Ce n'est pas de l'argot, mais ce n'est pas non plus du langage soutenu. C'est le niveau B1 parfait.

2. Negative Contractions

Full Form Contraction
do not work out
don't work out
does not work out
doesn't work out
did not work out
didn't work out

Conjugation of 'Work Out'

Tense Subject Form Example
Present Simple
I/You/We/They
work out
I work out daily.
Present Simple
He/She/It
works out
She works out often.
Past Simple
All
worked out
It worked out well.
Present Continuous
All
am/is/are working out
I am working out now.
Present Perfect
All
have/has worked out
We have worked it out.
Future
All
will work out
It will work out.

Meanings

A multi-use phrasal verb primarily describing physical training, the process of solving a puzzle or calculation, or the way a situation develops over time.

1

Physical Exercise

To engage in physical activity to improve health or fitness.

“He works out at the local gym three times a week.”

“I'm too tired to work out today.”

2

Solve or Calculate

To find a solution to a problem or to calculate an amount.

“We need to work out the total cost of the trip.”

“I can't work out how to open this box.”

3

Result or Success

To develop in a successful way or to have a particular result.

“My new job is working out really well.”

“Things didn't work out between them, so they broke up.”

4

Understand Someone

To understand someone's character or behavior.

“I've known him for years, but I still can't work him out.”

“She's a complex person; hard to work out.”

Reference Table

Reference table for Le Verbe à Particule 'Work Out': Gym, Maths et Succès
Signification Exemple Séparable ? Contexte
Exercice
She `works out` at the gym.
Non (inséparable)
Fitness, routine
Résoudre un problème
We need to `work out` the issue.
Oui (facultatif)
Affaires, vie quotidienne
Calculer
Can you `work out` the total?
Oui (facultatif)
Maths, finance
Progresser avec succès
I hope it `works out` for you.
Non (inséparable)
Relations, plans
Comprendre
He couldn't `work out` her motive.
Oui (facultatif)
Mystère, idées complexes
Planifier/Arranger
Let's `work out` a schedule.
Oui (facultatif)
Projets, événements
Développer (ex: muscles)
He `worked out` strong abs.
Non (inséparable)
Musculation, développement physique

Spectre de formalité

Formel
We must formulate a solution to this discrepancy.

We must formulate a solution to this discrepancy. (Workplace conflict)

Neutre
We need to work out this problem.

We need to work out this problem. (Workplace conflict)

Informel
Let's work it out.

Let's work it out. (Workplace conflict)

Argot
Let's fix this mess.

Let's fix this mess. (Workplace conflict)

Les significations de 'Work Out'

WORK OUT

Activité physique

  • Exercice She works out every morning.
  • Salle de sport They work out at the gym.

Résolution de problèmes

  • Résoudre Can you work out this puzzle?
  • Comprendre I'll work out how to do it.

Résolution/Succès

  • Réussir I hope it works out for her.
  • Bien se terminer Everything will work out.

Planification/Calcul

  • Planifier Let's work out the details.
  • Calculer Work out the total cost.

'Work Out' vs. Verbes à particule similaires

'Work Out'
Exercise I work out daily.
Solve Work out the problem.
Succeed Hope it works out.
'Figure Out'
Understand Figure out the meaning.
Solve (mental) Figure out the puzzle.
Discover Figure out the truth.
'Solve'
Answer Solve the equation.
Resolve Solve the mystery.
Find solution Solve the conflict.

Séparabilité de 'Work Out'

1

L'objet est-il un pronom (it, them, us) ?

YES
Oui → DOIT séparer : `work` [pronom] `out`
NO
Non → S'agit-il d''exercice' ou de 'progresser avec succès' ?
2

S'agit-il d''exercice' ou de 'progresser avec succès' ?

YES
Oui → Généralement inséparable : `work out` [nom]
NO
Non → S'agit-il de 'calculer', 'résoudre', 'planifier', 'comprendre' ?
3

S'agit-il de 'calculer', 'résoudre', 'planifier', 'comprendre' ?

YES
Oui → Séparation FACULTATIVE : `work out` [nom] OU `work` [nom] `out`
NO
Non → Réévalue le contexte, il pourrait s'agir d'un verbe à particule différent ou d'un autre usage.

Utilisations de 'Work Out' dans la vie moderne

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Routine quotidienne

  • • Séances de sport
  • • Planifier le dîner
  • • Organiser des tâches
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Travail/Études

  • • Résoudre des problèmes de projet
  • • Calculer des dépenses
  • • Planifier des réunions
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Vie sociale

  • • Résoudre des malentendus
  • • Faire des plans avec des amis
  • • Espérer qu'un rendez-vous 'work out'
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Monde numérique

  • • Dépanner des problèmes techniques
  • • Comprendre des stratégies de jeu
  • • Gérer les coûts d'abonnement
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Exemples par niveau

1

I work out every day.

I exercise every day.

2

Do you work out at the gym?

Do you exercise at the gym?

3

He works out in the park.

He exercises in the park.

4

We don't work out on Sundays.

We don't exercise on Sundays.

1

I can't work out this math problem.

I can't solve this math problem.

2

Don't worry, it will work out.

Don't worry, it will end well.

3

We need to work out the price.

We need to calculate the price.

4

Did the plan work out?

Was the plan successful?

1

I have a difficult problem, but I will work it out.

I have a problem, but I will find a solution.

2

Things didn't work out between Sarah and Tom.

The relationship between Sarah and Tom wasn't successful.

3

You should work out the total before you pay.

You should calculate the total before paying.

4

I'm working out a new schedule for next week.

I am creating/solving a new schedule.

1

The lawyers are trying to work out a settlement.

The lawyers are negotiating a solution.

2

I've been trying to work him out for months, but he's a mystery.

I've been trying to understand his character.

3

It works out cheaper if you buy in bulk.

The result is a cheaper price if you buy many.

4

We haven't worked out the logistics of the move yet.

We haven't planned the details of the move.

1

The final cost works out to be much higher than anticipated.

The final calculation results in a higher price.

2

It's a complex situation, but we're working out the kinks.

We are fixing the small problems in the plan.

3

The details of the merger are currently being worked out by the board.

The board is currently finalizing the merger details.

4

I can't quite work out what she's implying in this letter.

I can't fully understand the hidden meaning.

1

Whether the strategy will work out in the long term remains to be seen.

It is uncertain if the strategy will be successful eventually.

2

He has a peculiar way of working out his frustrations through art.

He resolves his negative emotions using art.

3

The math works out, but the logic behind the theory is flawed.

The calculations are correct, but the reasoning is wrong.

4

They are working out the fine print of the contract as we speak.

They are finalizing the very specific details.

Facile à confondre

The Phrasal Verb 'Work Out': Gym, Math, and Success vs Work out vs. Exercise

Learners use 'exercise' for everything. 'Work out' is more specific to a session of training.

The Phrasal Verb 'Work Out': Gym, Math, and Success vs Work out vs. Figure out

They both mean 'solve' or 'understand'.

The Phrasal Verb 'Work Out': Gym, Math, and Success vs Workout (Noun) vs. Work out (Verb)

Spelling and spacing.

Erreurs courantes

✗

I work out it.

✓

I work it out.

Pronouns must go between the verb and the particle.
✗

He work out every day.

✓

He works out every day.

Don't forget the 's' for third-person singular.
✗

I am exercise out.

✓

I am working out.

'Exercise out' is not a phrase. Use 'work out' or 'exercise'.
✗

I did a work out.

✓

I did a workout.

The noun is one word 'workout'. The verb is two words 'work out'.
✗

I worked out the math problem very good.

✓

I worked out the math problem very well.

Use the adverb 'well' to describe how you did the action.
✗

The plan worked out itself.

✓

The plan worked out.

'Work out' is already intransitive here; you don't need 'itself'.
✗

I can't work out why is he late.

✓

I can't work out why he is late.

This is an indirect question; use statement word order.
✗

We need to work out about the budget.

✓

We need to work out the budget.

Don't add 'about'. 'Work out' takes a direct object.
✗

I've worked out him.

✓

I've worked him out.

When the object is a person (pronoun), it must be separated.
✗

It's a hard work out.

✓

It's a hard workout.

Again, using the verb form as a noun.
✗

The math doesn't work out to.

✓

The math doesn't work out.

Don't end with 'to' unless you are following it with a number.

Structures de phrases

I work out ___ times a week.

I need to work out how to ___.

I hope everything works out with ___.

It works out cheaper to ___ than to ___.

Real World Usage

At the Gym constant

I'm going to work out for an hour.

Math Class very common

Can you work out the area of this circle?

Job Interview common

We are still working out the salary details.

Texting a Friend very common

Hope things work out with your move!

Ordering Food (Splitting Bill) occasional

Let's work out how much everyone owes.

Social Media Caption common

Morning workout done! #fitness

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Le contexte est essentiel !

Fais toujours attention aux mots autour de work out. Ça peut vouloir dire des choses très différentes, alors le contexte t'indiquera si c'est de l'exercice, une solution, ou un succès.
You need to work out the answer.
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Les pronoms DOIVENT séparer !

Retiens la règle d'or : si l'objet est un pronom (comme it, them, us), il doit absolument se placer entre work et out. Une mauvaise utilisation est un signe que tu es encore en apprentissage.
Can you work it out?
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Utilise le nom 'workout' !

N'oublie pas que workout (un seul mot) est la forme nominale. Donc, tu do a workout ou have a workout, mais tu work out (verbe) à la salle de sport. C'est une distinction subtile mais importante pour paraître naturel.
I do a workout every day.
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Très courant en anglais américain !

Bien que compris partout, work out pour l'exercice est particulièrement répandu en anglais américain. Tu l'entendras constamment dans les conversations quotidiennes, les applications de fitness et les tendances des réseaux sociaux là-bas.
I need to work out more often.
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Pour la planification et les détails !

Quand tu organises des emplois du temps ou négocies des détails, work out est un choix parfait. Ça indique que tu t'impliques activement dans le processus de définition des arrangements, pas seulement de les énoncer. "Let's work out the schedule for next week."

Smart Tips

Try using 'work out' instead. It sounds much more natural in spoken English.

I need to calculate the bill. → I need to work out the bill.

Always put it in the middle. Never say 'work out it'.

I'll work out it later. → I'll work it out later.

Use 'workout' (one word) for your photo caption, but 'work out' (two words) if you are describing the action.

Time to workout! → Time to work out!

Use the phrase 'Everything will work out.' It's the perfect idiom for support.

Everything will be okay. → Everything will work out.

Prononciation

/wɜːrk aʊt/

Linking

The 'k' at the end of 'work' links to the 'o' in 'out'. It sounds like 'wer-kout'.

work OUT

Stress

In phrasal verbs, the particle (out) usually receives more stress than the verb (work).

Phrasal Verb Stress

I need to work OUT. (Stress on OUT)

Emphasizes the action of the phrasal verb.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Work it OUT: When you have a problem, you put 'Work' in, and a solution comes 'Out'.

Association visuelle

Imagine a person lifting a giant math equation like a barbell. They are 'working out' the math while 'working out' their muscles.

Rhyme

To solve a doubt or sweat it out, the phrase you need is 'work it out'.

Story

Ben went to the gym to work out. While on the treadmill, he tried to work out his monthly budget. He realized that if he saved money, everything would work out for his summer vacation.

Word Web

GymCalculateSolveSuccessResultExerciseLogisticsSolution

Défi

Write down three things you need to 'work out' this week (one physical, one mental, one situational).

Notes culturelles

'Working out' is a massive part of US culture. People often identify as 'gym-goers' and use 'workout' as a noun for their social identity.

In the UK, 'work out' is often used interchangeably with 'sort out' when solving problems.

In global business, 'working out the details' is a polite way to say that a deal is almost done but not yet finished.

From 'work' (Old English 'wyrcan') and 'out' (Old English 'ut').

Amorces de conversation

“

How often do you work out?

“

Has a plan ever not worked out for you?

“

Can you work out how much we owe for dinner?

“

Is there someone you just can't work out?

Sujets d'écriture

Describe your ideal workout routine.
Write about a time a situation didn't work out as you expected.
Explain a complex problem you had to work out recently.
Discuss the logistics you would need to work out to move to a new country.

Erreurs courantes

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

Incorrect

Correct

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Test Yourself

Choisis la forme correcte

If we cooperate, I'm sure we can ___ the problem.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: work out
'Work out' signifie résoudre un problème ou trouver une solution. 'Work in' a un sens différent (par exemple, incorporer), et 'work on' signifie consacrer du temps à améliorer quelque chose.
Trouve et corrige l'erreur Error Correction

Find and fix the mistake:

It's a tricky puzzle, but I'll work out it eventually.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: It's a tricky puzzle, but I'll work it out eventually.
Quand 'work out' a un pronom objet ('it'), il doit être séparé. Le pronom se place entre 'work' et 'out'.
Quelle phrase est correcte ? Choix multiple

Choose the correct sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I need to work out a new exercise plan.
'Work out' (deux mots) est le phrasal verb signifiant élaborer ou créer. 'Workout' (un mot) est un nom. 'Work for' a un sens différent.
Écris la phrase correcte en anglais Traduction

Translate into English: 'Ella hace ejercicio en el gimnasio.'

Answer starts with: ["S...

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["She works out at the gym.","She works out in the gym."]
'Works out' est la manière naturelle d'exprimer 'faire de l'exercice' en anglais dans ce contexte. 'At the gym' ou 'in the gym' sont tous deux acceptables.

Score: /4

Exercices pratiques

8 exercises
Choose the correct sentence. Choix multiple

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I need to work it out.
Pronouns must go between 'work' and 'out'.
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'work out'.

She _______ at the gym every Tuesday.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: works out
Third-person singular 'she' requires 'works'.
Find the mistake in the sentence. Error Correction

Find and fix the mistake:

I did a great work out this morning.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Change 'work out' to 'workout'
When used as a noun, it is one word: 'workout'.
Rewrite the sentence using 'work out'. Sentence Transformation

We need to calculate the total cost.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: We need to work out the total cost.
'Work out' is a synonym for 'calculate'.
Match the meaning to the sentence. Match Pairs

1. Exercise, 2. Solve, 3. Succeed

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 1-Gym, 2-Math, 3-Plan
These are the three primary contexts for the verb.
Is the following rule true or false? True False Rule

You can say 'I worked out the problem' AND 'I worked the problem out'.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: True
It is a separable phrasal verb when the object is a noun.
Complete the dialogue. Dialogue Completion

A: I'm so stressed about the move. B: Don't worry, _______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: it will work out
This is the standard idiomatic way to offer comfort.
Which of these is a VERB use? Grammar Sorting

Identify the verb usage.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I need to work out.
Two words indicate the verb; one word indicates the noun.

Score: /8

Practice Bank

12 exercises
Choisis la forme correcte Texte trous

We had a disagreement, but we managed to ___ things.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: work out
Trouve et corrige l'erreur Error Correction

The meeting didn't work out as well I hoped.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: The meeting didn't work out as well as I hoped.
Quelle phrase est correcte ? Choix multiple

Choose the correct sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: I can't work out how this machine operates.
Écris la phrase correcte en anglais Traduction

Translate into English: 'Espero que todo salga bien.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["I hope everything works out.","I hope it all works out."]
Mets les mots dans l'ordre Sentence Reorder

Arrange these words into a sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: We need to work out the cost
Associe chaque situation à la signification appropriée de 'work out' Match Pairs

Match the situations with the correct meaning of 'work out':

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: matched
Choisis la forme correcte Texte trous

I can't ___ the answer to this complex equation.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: work out
Trouve et corrige l'erreur Error Correction

After much discussion, they finally worked them out.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: After much discussion, they finally worked them out.
Quelle phrase est correcte ? Choix multiple

Choose the correct sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: My new business plan will definitely work out.
Écris la phrase correcte en anglais Traduction

Translate into English: 'Tenemos que elaborar un plan para el proyecto.'

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ["We have to work out a plan for the project.","We need to work out a plan for the project."]
Mets les mots dans l'ordre Sentence Reorder

Arrange these words into a sentence:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: This problem may take weeks to work out
Associe chaque contexte à l'action appropriée impliquant 'work out' Match Pairs

Match the contexts with the action:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: matched

Score: /12

FAQ (8)

It is generally neutral. It is perfectly fine in business meetings (e.g., `working out the budget`), but in very formal academic writing, you might prefer `calculate` or `resolve`.

It's more natural to say `I'm working out` (intransitive) or `I'm training my muscles`. However, you can say `I'm working out my legs today` in a gym context.

They are very similar. `Work out` is often used for math, calculations, and physical results. `Figure out` is used more for understanding logic, reasons, or how something works.

This is an old idiom meaning that problems will disappear or be resolved over time, just like dirt comes out of clothes in the laundry.

Yes! It's very common. `Their marriage didn't work out` means they got divorced or separated.

Not usually. However, we have the adjective `overworked`. `Worked out` is almost always the past tense of the verb.

Yes. `I finally worked out the crossword puzzle` is a great use of the phrase.

Both are used. `Work out at the gym` is most common, but `work out in the park` is also fine.

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In Other Languages

Spanish moderate

Hacer ejercicio / Resolver

English uses one phrase; Spanish uses several specific verbs.

French low

S'entraîner / Résoudre

French requires distinct verbs for exercise vs. solving.

German moderate

Trainieren / Ausrechnen

German has a similar 'out' structure for math but not for fitness.

Japanese none

運動する (Undou suru) / 解決する (Kaiketsu suru)

Japanese uses completely unrelated kanji compounds for each sense.

Arabic low

يتمرن (Yatamarran) / يحل (Yahal)

Arabic verbs are root-based and don't use particles like 'out' to change meaning.

Chinese low

锻炼 (Duànliàn) / 解决 (Jiějué)

Chinese lacks the 'verb + direction' logic found in English phrasal verbs.

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