B2nounworkbusiness
US/ˈpeɪ.pər.wɜːrk/
UK/ˈpeɪ.pə.wɜːk/
the written documents, forms and records that you must complete for an official or business process
In context
Buying a house involves a huge amount of paperwork.
I spent the whole morning filling in paperwork for my visa application.
Teachers often complain that paperwork takes time away from their students.
Words that go with paperwork
verb + noun
- do the paperworkI still have to do the paperwork for the loan.
- fill out paperworkPlease fill out the paperwork before your appointment.
noun + preposition
- a pile of paperworkThere was a pile of paperwork on her desk.
- paperwork forThe paperwork for the transfer is ready.
adjective + noun
- necessary paperworkBring all the necessary paperwork with you.
- endless paperworkThe job involves endless paperwork.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have many paperworks to do.Correct: I have a lot of paperwork to do.