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Employment and staffing – English vocabulary

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12 English words with meanings: apply, apply for, apprentice, background, bring in… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. apply /ə'plaɪ/ (verb) — to ask for something
    Example: You should apply for the job before the deadline.
    Synonyms: submit, use, employ
  2. apply for /ə'plaɪ fɔ:r/ (verb) — to ask formally for a job, place, or permission
    Example: He decided to apply for a job at the new company.
    Synonyms: submit an application, seek, request
  3. apprentice /ə'prentɪs/ (noun) — a learner under a skilled worker
    Example: The apprentice learned woodworking from a skilled craftsman.
    Synonyms: trainee, novice, learner
  4. background /'bækɡraʊnd/ (noun) — past experience
    Example: She has a strong background in computer science.
    Synonyms: experience, foundation, training
  5. bring in /brɪŋ ɪn/ (verb) — lead to being hired
    Example: The company plans to bring in more skilled workers next month.
    Synonyms: hire, recruit, employ
  6. call in /kɔ:l ɪn/ (verb) — to ask someone to come and help or do a job
    Example: They decided to call in a specialist to fix the issue.
    Synonyms: summon, invite, bring in
  7. candidate /'kændɪdət/ (noun) — a person who applies
    Example: Each candidate must complete an online application.
    Synonyms: applicant, contender, nominee
  8. familiar with /fə'mɪliər wɪθ/ (adjective) — knowing something well; having experience with it
    Example: I’m familiar with this software because I use it every day.
    Synonyms: accustomed to, used to, knowledgeable about
  9. hire /haɪər/ (verb) — to give someone a job
    Example: We decided to hire a new designer for the project.
    Synonyms: employ, recruit, engage
  10. level /'levl/ (noun) — a degree of ability or rank
    Example: Her skill level in English is intermediate.
    Synonyms: rank, grade, stage
  11. mentor /'mɛntɔ:r/ (noun) — a person who guides others
    Example: My mentor helped me choose the right career path.
    Synonyms: advisor, coach, guide
  12. qualification /kwɑ:.lə.fə'keɪ.ʃən/ (noun) — skills and ability
    Example: She has all the qualifications needed for the position.
    Synonyms: credential, competence, ability

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