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Employee

🇬🇧 UK //ɪmˈplɔɪ.iː// 🇺🇸 US //ɪmˈplɔɪ.iː//

Meaning of Employee

A person who is hired to work for an organization.

In simple words: A person who works for a company or organization.

Employee in a sentence

• Each employee must complete their training before starting work.
• The company values every employee's contribution to their success.
• As an employee of this firm, you are entitled to benefits.
• She became an employee after just a few interviews.
• Every employee is encouraged to share their ideas.

How to use Employee

Use 'employee' in formal contexts when discussing work status. In casual settings, you may also refer to someone as a worker or staff.

Grammar pattern

employee + of + organization

Memory hint

Think of 'employ' – an employee is someone employed by a company.

Related words

Collocations with Employee

• full-time employee
• part-time employee
• temporary employee
• employee benefits
• long-term employee

Synonyms for Employee

• worker
• staff
• team member
• crew
• associate

Opposites of Employee

• employer
• boss

Common mistakes with Employee

• Confusing with 'employer', which is the person or company that hires someone.
• Using plural incorrectly with 'employees' when referring to one person.

Frequently asked questions about Employee

What does Employee mean?

A person who works for a company or organization.

What is the definition of Employee?

A person who is hired to work for an organization.

How do you use Employee in a sentence?

Each employee must complete their training before starting work.

Can you give another example of Employee?

The company values every employee's contribution to their success.

What are synonyms for Employee?

Common alternatives include worker, staff, team member, crew, associate.

What is the opposite of Employee?

Opposite meanings include employer, boss.

What words go with Employee?

It commonly pairs with full-time employee, part-time employee, temporary employee, employee benefits, long-term employee.

What are common mistakes when using Employee?

Confusing with 'employer', which is the person or company that hires someone. Using plural incorrectly with 'employees' when referring to one person.

How do you pronounce Employee?

US: //ɪmˈplɔɪ.iː//, UK: //ɪmˈplɔɪ.iː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Employee?

Use 'employee' in formal contexts when discussing work status. In casual settings, you may also refer to someone as a worker or staff.

What CEFR level is Employee?

"Employee" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.