English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i'm not going to work today" Mean?
Learn what "i'm not going to work today" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I'm not going to work today.
This means the person is saying they will not go to work today.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 32
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says they are not going to work that day.
Usage Scenario
Use it to tell someone you are skipping work or taking a day off. It can sound casual, but you may need to explain why in a real workplace.
Better ways to say it
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I'm not going to work today.
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I'm taking the day off today.
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I won't be going to work today.
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