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employed

Pronunciation: [/ɪmˈplɔɪd/]

Word

Learn how to use employed in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “work”

(adjective) having a job or being currently working for someone. When you have a job and are making money, then you are employed.

Example

She is employed as a teacher at the local school.

Example

He is currently unemployed and looking for work.

Example

Are you currently employed or looking for a job?

Context: “work”

(verb) to have a job and work for someone or a company. When you go to work each day and do tasks for your employer, you are employed.

Example

I am employed at a software company as a developer.

Example

She used to be employed at the bank, but she quit to start her own business.

Example

How long have you been employed at your current job?

How to pronounce employed

Pronunciation: [/ɪmˈplɔɪd/]

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