Pronunciation

/ɪmˈplɔɪiː/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who works for an organization or individual and receives payment for their services, often under a contract of employment. Example: “The company hired several new employees last month.”

  Example Sentence: “As an employee, you are entitled to certain benefits such as health insurance and paid leave.”

• Noun (derivative form): The state of being employed; employment. Example: “He has been in the employee of this firm for over a decade.”

  Example Sentence: “Finding long-term employee is one of the key goals of our HR department.”

Phrases

• “Employee benefits”: Additional advantages provided by an employer to its employees beyond salary or wages, e.g., healthcare, retirement plans, vacation days.
• “Employee handbook”: A document that outlines a company’s policies, procedures, and expectations for its employees.
• “Employee of the month”: An award given to a worker who demonstrates outstanding performance or achievement within a specific time frame.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.”
• Derivative Noun: “Her dedication to her work made her the most valued employee in the department.”

Synonyms

• Staff member
• Worker
• Workforce member
• Staffer
• Hire
• Employeee
• Team member
• Wage earner
• Paid staff