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paperwork (Noun (uncountable))

The routine administrative tasks involving the completion of forms, reports, or records. It refers to the physical or digital documentation required to formalize a process or transaction.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a mountain of PAPER that you have to WORK through. PAPER + WORK = PAPERWORK.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I have many paperworks to do. → I have a lot of paperwork to do.

I need to finish a paperwork. → I need to finish some paperwork.

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