English Expression · Advanced
scut work
Dull, unpleasant routine tasks that people are reluctant to do
Pronunciation: /ˈskʌtˌwɜːk/
Meaning
Dull, unpleasant routine tasks that people are reluctant to do.
Example
He spent the morning doing the scut work of sorting old invoices.
He spent the morning doing the scut work of sorting old invoices.
Practice tips
- Practice scut work out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.