Meaning
A task that requires a lot of effort.
Cultural Background
There is a famous proverb: 'Darbas meistrą giria' (The work praises the master). It implies that hard work is the only true proof of skill. Midsummer (Joninės) was historically the break between periods of 'sunkus darbas' in the fields. It was a reward for the hard labor of spring. In the older generation, 'sunkus darbas' is often associated with physical survival, whereas the younger generation associates it more with career 'hustle'.
The 'Weight' Rule
If you are unsure whether to use 'sunkus' or 'sudėtingas', ask yourself: 'Does this feel like carrying a heavy bag?' If yes, use 'sunkus'.
Complimenting Work
Lithuanians appreciate it when you acknowledge their effort. Saying 'Ačiū už sunkų darbą' is often more meaningful than just 'Ačiū'.
Meaning
A task that requires a lot of effort.
The 'Weight' Rule
If you are unsure whether to use 'sunkus' or 'sudėtingas', ask yourself: 'Does this feel like carrying a heavy bag?' If yes, use 'sunkus'.
Complimenting Work
Lithuanians appreciate it when you acknowledge their effort. Saying 'Ačiū už sunkų darbą' is often more meaningful than just 'Ačiū'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of 'sunkus darbas'.
Mokytis japonų kalbos yra ________.
The sentence needs the nominative form as it is a simple statement of fact.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct option:
The verb 'nemėgti' (to dislike) requires the genitive case.
Match the phrase variation to the situation.
Which phrase fits 'Cleaning the entire house after a party'?
'Juodas darbas' refers to grunt work or unpleasant cleaning tasks.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Types of Sunkus Darbas
Fizinis (Physical)
- • Statybos
- • Ūkis
- • Sportas
Protinis (Mental)
- • Mokslas
- • Kodavimas
- • Rašymas
Practice Bank
3 exercisesMokytis japonų kalbos yra ________.
The sentence needs the nominative form as it is a simple statement of fact.
Select the correct option:
The verb 'nemėgti' (to dislike) requires the genitive case.
Which phrase fits 'Cleaning the entire house after a party'?
'Juodas darbas' refers to grunt work or unpleasant cleaning tasks.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, for a difficult person, you would say 'sunkus žmogus' (a heavy/difficult person), but you wouldn't use the word 'darbas'.
Not at all! It is often used with pride to show that something valuable was achieved through effort.
Related Phrases
Juodas darbas
specialized formGrunt work / dirty work
Lengvas darbas
contrastEasy work
Darboholikas
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