Expresses excitement and readiness to start enjoying something.

Eagerness

Often used to invite others to start eating at communal meals.

Invitation

Commonly used in casual dining situations among friends or family.

Used when beginning to work with determination or focus on a task.

Implies putting in a substantial amount of work or effort.

Specific to military context, relating to setting up a defensive position.

Involves the actual physical activity of using tools to move soil.

Conveys a sense of stubbornness or refusal to give in.

Shows determination to maintain a stance or opinion.