B1noun 2K

Employment

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/"]/

Meaning of Employment

work, especially when it is done to earn money; the state of being employed

In simple words: Having a job or work.

Employment in a sentence

• Employment opportunities are growing in the tech industry.
• Many people seek employment during the summer months.
• The employment rate has increased this year compared to last year.
• The employment contract outlined the terms and conditions of the job.
• Gaining employment in today's competitive job market can be challenging.

How to use Employment

Use 'employment' in contexts related to jobs, careers, or positions. It is appropriate in business and professional settings but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

employment + of/for + object

Memory hint

Think of 'employment' as 'employ + ment' — you employ someone in a job.

Related words

Collocations with Employment

• paid
• salaried
• full-time
• level
• look for
• seek
• find
• grow
• increase
• rise
• opportunities
• options
• possibilities
• in employment
• out of employment
• conditions of employment
• terms of employment
• a contract of employment
• paid
• salaried
• full-time
• level
• look for
• seek
• find
• grow
• increase
• rise
• opportunities
• options
• possibilities
• in employment
• out of employment
• conditions of employment
• terms of employment
• a contract of employment

Synonyms for Employment

• work
• job
• occupation
• position
• role

Opposites of Employment

• unemployment
• idleness

Common mistakes with Employment

• 'Employ' is confused with 'employment.'
• Using 'employment' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Saying 'employments' when referring to multiple types of work.

Frequently asked questions about Employment

What does Employment mean?

Having a job or work.

What is the definition of Employment?

work, especially when it is done to earn money; the state of being employed

How do you use Employment in a sentence?

Employment opportunities are growing in the tech industry.

Can you give another example of Employment?

Many people seek employment during the summer months.

What are synonyms for Employment?

Common alternatives include work, job, occupation, position, role.

What is the opposite of Employment?

Opposite meanings include unemployment, idleness.

What words go with Employment?

It commonly pairs with paid, salaried, full-time, level, look for, seek, find, grow, increase, rise, opportunities, options, possibilities, in employment, out of employment, conditions of employment, terms of employment, a contract of employment, paid, salaried, full-time, level, look for, seek, find, grow, increase, rise, opportunities, options, possibilities, in employment, out of employment, conditions of employment, terms of employment, a contract of employment.

What are common mistakes when using Employment?

'Employ' is confused with 'employment.' Using 'employment' as a verb instead of a noun. Saying 'employments' when referring to multiple types of work.

How do you pronounce Employment?

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

When should I use Employment?

Use 'employment' in contexts related to jobs, careers, or positions. It is appropriate in business and professional settings but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Employment?

"Employment" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.