work on
to spend time improving or trying to achieve something
to put effort into making something better or to try to achieve a goal over time.
I'm working on my English pronunciation every day.
"work" — same verb, different meanings
Phrasal verbs built on "work" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
work
on
work onto put effort into making something better or to try to achieve a goal over time.I'm working on my English pronunciation every day.
out
work outto do physical activity or exercise, especially to get fit or stay healthy.I try to work out at the gym three times a week.
out at
work out atto find the total amount or cost of something after doing the necessary calculations.The bill for dinner worked out at just over £30 per person.
towards
work towardsto make efforts over time to reach a specific goal or result.She’s working towards her dream of becoming a doctor.
work out
exercise
to do physical activity or exercise, especially to get fit or stay healthy.
I try to work out at the gym three times a week.
work out at
to calculate the total of something
to find the total amount or cost of something after doing the necessary calculations.
The bill for dinner worked out at just over £30 per person.
work towards
try to achieve a particular aim
to make efforts over time to reach a specific goal or result.
She’s working towards her dream of becoming a doctor.