tareas
“tareas” means “homework” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
homework
Also: school assignments
📝 In Action
Tengo muchas tareas para el fin de semana.
A1I have a lot of homework for the weekend.
La profesora nos dio las tareas de matemáticas.
A1The teacher gave us the math assignments.
¿Ya terminaste tus tareas?
A2Did you finish your homework yet?
tasks
Also: chores, duties
📝 In Action
Las tareas del hogar son aburridas.
A2The household chores are boring.
Dividimos las tareas del proyecto entre todos.
B1We divided the project tasks among everyone.
Mi trabajo incluye varias tareas administrativas.
B2My job includes several administrative duties.
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Quick Quiz: tareas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'tareas' to mean general household chores?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the singular noun 'tarea,' which traces its roots back to Medieval Latin *tāria* meaning 'daily work' or 'quota.' It describes a specific amount of work that must be completed.
First recorded: 13th century (as 'tarea')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Debo usar 'tarea' (singular) o 'tareas' (plural)?
Both are correct, but 'tareas' (plural) is extremely common when talking about the general concept of homework or a list of things to do. If you are referring to one specific assignment, use 'una tarea' (one task).
What is the difference between 'tareas' and 'trabajo'?
'Trabajo' means 'work' in general, or a 'job' (occupation). 'Tareas' refers to the specific, individual tasks or assignments that make up that work or job.