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Interview

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɪntəvjuː/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɪntərvjuː/"]/

Meaning of Interview

a formal meeting at which somebody is asked questions to see if they are suitable for a particular job, or for a course of study at a college, university, etc.

In simple words: A meeting where someone is asked questions to get a job.

Interview in a sentence

• I have a job interview tomorrow at 10 AM.
• The interview went really well, and I hope to get the job.
• She prepared a lot for the interview with the famous author.
• The interviewer asked many interesting questions during the interview.
• We conducted an interview with the local mayor about community issues.

How to use Interview

Use 'interview' in job contexts or when talking about a conversation where questions are asked. Avoid using it in casual situations not related to job hiring.

Grammar pattern

interview + object

Memory hint

Think of 'interview' as a way to 'enter' a 'view' of your potential job.

Related words

Collocations with Interview

• face-to-face
• in-person
• one-on-one
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• room
• panel
• techniques
• in an/​the interview
• interview about
• interview between
• a round of interviews
• face-to-face
• in-person
• one-on-one
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• room
• panel
• techniques
• in an/​the interview
• interview about
• interview between
• a round of interviews
• face-to-face
• in-person
• one-on-one
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• room
• panel
• techniques
• in an/​the interview
• interview about
• interview between
• a round of interviews

Synonyms for Interview

• meeting
• discussion
• questioning
• session

Opposites of Interview

• dismissal
• rejection

Common mistakes with Interview

• Confusing 'interview' as a verb and a noun.
• Using a plural form incorrectly (e.g., 'interviews' when discussing one instance).
• Not pairing the word properly with prepositions (e.g., saying 'interview for a job' instead of 'interview with a company').

Frequently asked questions about Interview

What does Interview mean?

A meeting where someone is asked questions to get a job.

What is the definition of Interview?

a formal meeting at which somebody is asked questions to see if they are suitable for a particular job, or for a course of study at a college, university, etc.

How do you use Interview in a sentence?

I have a job interview tomorrow at 10 AM.

Can you give another example of Interview?

The interview went really well, and I hope to get the job.

What are synonyms for Interview?

Common alternatives include meeting, discussion, questioning, session.

What is the opposite of Interview?

Opposite meanings include dismissal, rejection.

What words go with Interview?

It commonly pairs with face-to-face, in-person, one-on-one, carry out, conduct, do, room, panel, techniques, in an/​the interview, interview about, interview between, a round of interviews, face-to-face, in-person, one-on-one, carry out, conduct, do, room, panel, techniques, in an/​the interview, interview about, interview between, a round of interviews, face-to-face, in-person, one-on-one, carry out, conduct, do, room, panel, techniques, in an/​the interview, interview about, interview between, a round of interviews.

What are common mistakes when using Interview?

Confusing 'interview' as a verb and a noun. Using a plural form incorrectly (e.g., 'interviews' when discussing one instance). Not pairing the word properly with prepositions (e.g., saying 'interview for a job' instead of 'interview with a company').

How do you pronounce Interview?

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

When should I use Interview?

Use 'interview' in job contexts or when talking about a conversation where questions are asked. Avoid using it in casual situations not related to job hiring.

What CEFR level is Interview?

"Interview" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.