Advanced vocabulary and phrases to talk about work

Advanced English Vocabulary 20: Work

A system of training new workers in a trade or profession with on-the-job training.

Describes a task, job, or situation that requires a lot of effort, skill, or time.

A task, job, or situation that is interesting and keeps one's attention.

Working for different employers on a project basis rather than being employed by only one company.

A system or structure where people or things are ranked according to their importance or authority.

How likely you will keep your job in a company in the future.

The act of firing employees, often as a result of financial problems or restructuring.

Describes a job or business that can earn a lot of money.

A type of work that involves physical labour rather than intellectual or office work.

Chances or opportunities for success or promotion in the future.

Providing a feeling of satisfaction because you are doing something worthwhile.

Providing services independently, rather than working for someone else.

Working in specific time periods or "shifts," which can include evenings, nights, or weekends.

To accept and begin doing additional duties or tasks.

Requesting and receiving permission to be away from work for a certain period.

Referring to education or training that prepares students for a specific career or trade.

Someone who works in a professional or administrative job, typically in an office.

Achieving a healthy equilibrium between your job or career and your personal life.

The amount of work that a person has to do.