work
The Italian word 'lavoro' is used in the same manner as 'work' in English. It is commonly used to reference tasks or duties performed. For instance, to say 'I'm going to work' in Italian, you would say 'Vado al lavoro'. Like English, the term can vary in meaning based on the context in which it is used.
I'm looking for a job.
The phrase 'Sto cercando un lavoro' is used when someone is in the process of finding a job. The word 'lavoro' is used in its basic form, meaning 'job'. This sentence is usually used in the context of searching a job.
Work is important to me.
The phrase 'Il lavoro è importante per me' implies that the speaker views his/her job as being of significant value or priority in his/her life. Here, the word 'lavoro' is used generically to reference one's work or job.
My job is located in the city.
The phrase 'Il mio lavoro si trova in città' is used to specify the location of one's work. The word 'lavoro' in this case is used to state one's place of work.