Factotum
EN→ZH
What Does Factotum Mean?
- 杂工
- 万事通
- 助手
Factotum Pronunciation
/fækˈtoʊtəm/
Factotum Definition
noun
Definition
A person who does all sorts of work; a handyman or general servant.
In ZH
一个做各种工作的人的称呼；杂工或助手。
How to Use Factotum in a Sentence
- He hired a factotum to help with household chores.
- In the small business, everyone acted as a factotum, filling in where needed.
- The factotum managed to juggle multiple tasks efficiently.
- During the renovation, the couple relied on a factotum for various jobs.
- She was not just an assistant, but a factotum who handled everything from accounting to cleaning.
Cultural Notes
The term 'factotum' has its origins in Latin, meaning 'do everything,' highlighting the versatility and range of duties one can perform.