Meaning
To begin one's job tasks for the day.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is highly valued. 'Starting work' at 9:00 means being ready at your desk at 9:00. Often involves a 'tea break' shortly after starting work.
Keep it simple
Don't add 'my' or 'the'. Just 'start work'.
Meaning
To begin one's job tasks for the day.
Keep it simple
Don't add 'my' or 'the'. Just 'start work'.
Test Yourself
Choose the most natural sentence.
What time do you _____?
The collocation 'start work' is the standard way to ask about a schedule.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWhat time do you _____?
The collocation 'start work' is the standard way to ask about a schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is grammatically okay but sounds unnatural. Use 'I start work' instead.
Related Phrases
Clock in
synonymTo record the start of a shift.
Get to work
similarTo start working with energy.
