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A2 Level Wordlist - Jobs and Work

Here you will learn some English words about jobs and work, such as "pilot", "boss", and "retire", prepared for A2 learners.

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CEFR A2 Vocabulary
pilot
pilot
[noun]

someone whose job is to operate an aircraft

Ex: A good pilot always ensures the safety of their passengers. 
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boss
boss
[noun]

a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there

Ex: I'll have to check with my boss before I can confirm. 
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business
business
[noun]

the activity a person normally does to make money

Ex: I am interested in the business of filmmaking. 
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businessman

a man who does business activities like running a company

Ex: Being a businessman requires a certain level of risk-taking. 
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businesswoman

a woman who does business activities like running a company or participating in trade

Ex: Being a business woman and a mother is not easy, but she handles it with grace. 
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expert
expert
[noun]

an individual with a great amount of knowledge, skill, or training in a particular field

Ex: She is an expert in photography and takes stunning pictures. 
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manager
manager
[noun]

someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

Ex: As the manager, she conducts weekly meetings with her team. 
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assistant
assistant
[noun]

a person who helps someone in their work

Ex: He is the assistant manager at the local grocery store. 
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receptionist

a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

Ex: I left a message with the receptionist. 
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detective
detective
[noun]

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

Ex: He is a private detective hired to find the missing jewelry. 
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model
model
[noun]

a person whose job is to display clothes by wearing them and being photographed

Ex: James works as a part-time model while studying at the university. 
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cook
cook
[noun]

a person who prepares and cooks food, especially as their job

Ex: As a cook, he knows many delicious recipes. 
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pharmacist

a healthcare professional whose job is to prepare and sell medications, and works in various places

Ex: After graduating from college, she became a licensed pharmacist. 
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journalist

someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

Ex: A journalist must always verify the facts before writing a story. 
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writer
writer
[noun]

someone whose job involves writing articles, books, stories, etc.

Ex: He's a writer who focuses on science fiction. 
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singer
singer
[noun]

someone whose job is to use their voice for creating music

Ex: He's a famous singer known for his rock music. 
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professor
professor
[noun]

an experienced teacher at a university or college who specializes in a particular subject and often conducts research

Ex: He is a professor of physics at a renowned university. 
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researcher

someone who studies a subject carefully and carries out academic or scientific research

Ex: A researcher must be thorough and patient in their work. 
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hairdresser

someone ‌whose job is to cut, wash and style hair

Ex: I trust my hairdresser to choose the best look for me. 
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designer
designer
[noun]

someone whose job is to plan and draw how something will look or work before it is made, such as furniture, tools, etc.

Ex: As a graphic designer, he creates logos for businesses. 
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cleaner
cleaner
[noun]

someone whose job is to clean other people’s houses, offices, etc.

Ex: As a cleaner, he has to arrive at the office early in the morning. 
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painter
painter
[noun]

someone whose job is to paint buildings, walls, etc.

Ex: As a painter, he must have different brushes for different surfaces. 
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instructor

a person who teaches a practical skill or sport to someone

Ex: I took my driving test after ten lessons with my instructor. 
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employment

a paid job

Ex: After a long period of unemployment, he finally found steady employment. 
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department

a part of an organization such as a university, government, etc. that deals with a particular task

Ex: He's applying for a job in the legal department of that firm. 
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payment
payment
[noun]

an amount of money that is paid for something

Ex: His monthly payment for the loan is $200. 
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shift
shift
[noun]

the period of time when a group of people work during the day or night

Ex: After a long night shift, she was tired and went straight to bed. 
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bonus
bonus
[noun]

the extra money that we get, besides our salary, as a reward

Ex: Our bonus is calculated based on our performance ratings. 
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to employ
to employ
[Verb]

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: Are you planning to employ any interns this summer? 
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to retire
to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: After working for 30 years, she finally retired. 
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successful
successful
[Adjective]

getting the results you hoped for or wanted

Ex: After years of practice, he became a successful musician. 
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employer
employer
[noun]

a person or organization that hires and pays individuals for a variety of jobs

Ex: She found a new job with a reputable employer who offered competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement. 
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company
company
[noun]

an organization that does business and earns money from it

Ex: He invested his savings in a small startup company. 
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factory
factory
[noun]

a building or set of buildings in which products are made, particularly using machines

Ex: The automobile factory produces thousands of cars each month. 
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