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Business English

To stop doing something or leave a place

She quit her job last year. (She stopped working there.)

Something that shows you have the skills, knowledge, or experience to do a job or activity.

You need a medical qualification to work as a doctor. (A certificate or degree is required.)

A period of time during which a person works, especially in jobs that require working at different times of the day or night.

She works the night shift at the hospital. (She works at night.)

Having control or responsibility for something or someone.

Who is in charge of the meeting today? (Who is responsible for leading it?)

No longer working, usually because of age or after a long period of work.

My grandfather is retired and spends his time gardening. (He no longer works.)

Working for the entire number of hours considered a normal workweek, typically 35-40 hours per week.

She has a full-time job as a nurse. (She works the full workweek.)

Working fewer hours than a full-time job, usually less than 35 hours per week.

She works part-time at a café while studying. (She works fewer hours than full-time.)

A place where people go to do their jobs, such as an office, factory, or store.

He spends most of his time at the workplace. (He works there regularly.)

To work extra hours beyond the regular working hours, usually to complete tasks or meet deadlines.

He often does overtime to earn extra money. (He works beyond his normal hours.)

To be given a higher position or rank at work, usually with more responsibilities and a higher salary.

He hopes to be promoted to team leader soon. (He wants a higher role.)