work to

verb
UK: /wɜːk tuː/
US: /wɝːk tuː/

  1. To try very hard to achieve something.

    1. We work to finish the project soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company will work to improve its environmental impact by reducing waste. [ ] [ ]

  2. To make an effort in order to achieve something specific.

    1. I work to save money each month. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists work to find a cure for the disease that impacts so many people. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

strive endeavor aim try
work to intransitive-verb

  1. Operate or function towards achieving something.

    1. The new laws work to protect citizens. [ ] [ ]
    2. These regulations work to ensure fairness in the workplace for every employee. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "work to" in English means: To try very hard to achieve something., To make an effort in order to achieve something specific..

The phonetic transcription of "work to" is /wɜːk tuː/ in British English and /wɝːk tuː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "work to": strive, endeavor, aim, try.

Example usage of "work to": "We work to finish the project soon.". More examples on the page.