Lavora

Lavora is an Italian word that functions as the third-person singular present indicative form of the verb lavorare, meaning “to work.” In use, it translates as “he works” or “she works,” and it can appear in the formal second-person present as Lei lavora, meaning “you work.” The same form is also found in imperative or other constructions depending on context, but its primary role in standard Italian is as a present-tense verb form.

Etymology and related terms: Lavora derives from the Latin verb laborare, meaning to toil or work. The related noun lavoro means “work” or “job,” and derivatives include lavoratore (worker) and lavorazione (processing or working). These terms form part of a broader family of words connected to toil, effort, and employment in Italian.

Usage and examples: Lavora is frequently encountered in everyday speech and writing. Examples include: “Marco lavora in una banca” (Marco works at a bank) and “Lei lavora molto, ma trova tempo per la famiglia” (She works a lot, but finds time for the family). It also appears in phrases describing ongoing activity, such as “lavora sodo” (he/she works hard). As a common present-tense form, it is widely understood in Italian-speaking communities.

Other uses: Lavora may also be encountered as a surname in Italian-speaking regions and among diaspora communities. In such contexts, it functions as a proper noun rather than a verb form. It is not a common given name.

See also: lavorare, lavoro, lavoratore, lavoro (word family related to work and employment).