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UK/["/rɪˈkruːtmənt/"]/US/["/rɪˈkruːtmənt/"]/

Meaning of Recruitment

the act or process of finding new people to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.

In simple words: The process of finding and hiring new employees.

Recruitment in a sentence

  • the recruitment of new members
  • a **recruitment drive**
  • a recruitment consultant/agency

How to use Recruitment

Use 'recruitment' in business and HR contexts. It's formal, so avoid it in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

recruitment + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'recruit' and 'meant' – finding people is 'meant' for the job.

Related words

Collocations with Recruitment

  • job recruitment
  • staff recruitment
  • recruitment agency
  • recruitment process
  • recruitment campaign

Synonyms for Recruitment

Opposites of Recruitment

Common mistakes with Recruitment

  • Confusing 'recruitment' with 'recruiting'
  • Using it in informal contexts where simpler terms are preferable
  • Mispronouncing the word, especially the second syllable

Compare Recruitment with Hiring, Employment, Selection, Placement

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Frequently asked questions about Recruitment

What does Recruitment mean?

The process of finding and hiring new employees.

What is the definition of Recruitment?

the act or process of finding new people to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.

How do you use Recruitment in a sentence?

the recruitment of new members

Can you give another example of Recruitment?

a **recruitment drive**

What are synonyms for Recruitment?

Common alternatives include hiring, employment, staffing, selection, placement.

What is the opposite of Recruitment?

Opposite meanings include dismissal, layoff, termination, resignation.

What words go with Recruitment?

It commonly pairs with job recruitment, staff recruitment, recruitment agency, recruitment process, recruitment campaign.

What are common mistakes when using Recruitment?

Confusing 'recruitment' with 'recruiting' Using it in informal contexts where simpler terms are preferable Mispronouncing the word, especially the second syllable

How do you pronounce Recruitment?

US: /["/rɪˈkruːtmənt/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈkruːtmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Recruitment?

Use 'recruitment' in business and HR contexts. It's formal, so avoid it in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Recruitment?

"Recruitment" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.