duty in English
- duty⇄duty, noun, pl.-ties.
1. a thing that is right to do; what a person ought to do; obligation.
Ex. It is your duty to obey the laws. You will always find those who think they know what is your duty better than you know it (Emerson).
2. th - duty⇄expr. do duty for, to serve in place of; act as substitute for.
Ex. The children marched with broomsticks doing duty for guns. - duty⇄expr. off duty, not at one's work or occupation.
Ex. When off duty ... Captain Dick often came to console his friends (Thackeray). - duty⇄expr. on duty, at one's work or occupation.
Ex. The night watchman is on duty from 8 P.M. to 6 A.M. - duty⇄light due orduty
a toll on ships to maintain lighthouses and lightships.
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duty
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈdjuːti/ (British), /ˈduːti/ (American)
Definitions
- A moral or legal obligation; a responsibility.
- A task or action that someone is required to perform.
- A tax or payment imposed by the government on imports, exports, or certain goods.
Usage Examples
- It is your duty to help those in need.
- The officer was on duty during the night shift.
- Customs duty must be paid on imported goods.
Etymology
Originated from Middle English duete, from Old French deu, from Latin debitum meaning 'something owed.'
Synonyms
- Obligation
- Responsibility
- Task
- Commitment
- Burden
- Service
Antonyms
- Freedom
- Exemption
- Irresponsibility
- Liberty
- Privilege
Translations
| Language | Translations | Pronunciations |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | deber | deˈβer |
| French | devoir | də.vwaʁ |
| German | Pflicht | pflɪçt |
| Russian | обязанность | ɐˈbʲazənnəsʲtʲ |
| Hindi | कर्तव्य | kartavya |
| Mandarin Chinese | 责任 | zérèn |
| Arabic | واجب | wājib |
| Japanese | 義務 | gimu |
| Korean | 의무 | ui-mu |
| Italian | dovere | doˈveːre |
| Bengali | দায়িত্ব | dāẏitva |
| Marathi | कर्तव्य | kartavya |
| Gujarati | ફરજ | faraj |
| Punjabi | ਫ਼ਰਜ਼ | farz |
| Kannada | कर्तವ್ಯ | kartavya |
| Malayalam | കര്തവ്യം | kartavyam |
| Tamil | கடமை | kaṭamai |
| Telugu | कर्तవ్యం | kartavyam |
| Urdu | فرض | farz |
| Odia | ଦାୟିତ୍ୱ | dāyitva |
| Assamese | দায়িত্ব | dāẏitva |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈdjuːti/
- American English: /ˈduːti/
- Indian English: /ˈdjuːti/ or /ˈduːti/ (depending on region)
Historical Usage
In early English literature, 'duty' was frequently used to describe obligations to one's family, king, or religion. The concept of duty has evolved alongside social norms.
Cultural Nuances
The idea of duty is central in many cultures, especially in societies where family and social responsibilities are highly emphasized, such as in India and East Asian countries.
More Information
'Duty' is a fundamental concept in philosophy, law, and ethics. It often signifies a moral or social obligation that binds individuals to act in certain ways. While duties can arise from personal beliefs, legal systems, or societal norms, the weight and nature of these obligations vary widely across cultures and time periods. The notion of duty is closely linked with concepts like honor, loyalty, and service.