Reference vocabulary list English 1
1. To work in (advertising/a department):
Synonym: To be employed in (advertising/a department)
Explanation: To have a job or be employed specifically in the
field of advertising or within a particular department of an
organization.
Dutch translation: Werken in (reclame/een afdeling)
2. To work on (a project):
Synonym: To be involved in (a project)
Explanation: To actively participate or be engaged in the tasks
and activities related to a specific project.
Dutch translation: Werken aan (een project)
3. To work for (a supermarket chain):
Synonym: To be employed by (a supermarket chain)
Explanation: To have a job or be in the employment of a
specific supermarket chain.
Dutch translation: Werken voor (een supermarktketen)
4. To work with (colleagues):
Synonym: To collaborate with (colleagues)
Explanation: To cooperate or engage in joint efforts with the
people you work with, who are your colleagues.
Dutch translation: Samenwerken met (collega's)
5. To work under (a supervisor):
Synonym: To be subordinate to (a supervisor)
Explanation: To have a hierarchical relationship where a
supervisor has authority over you in the workplace.
Dutch translation: Werken onder (een leidinggevende)
6. To leave for (work):
Synonym: To depart for (work)
Explanation: To go away or start the journey to reach the
workplace.
Dutch translation: Vertrekken naar (het werk)
7. To go to (work):
Synonym: To commute to (work)
Explanation: To travel or move from your current location to
your workplace.
Dutch translation: Naar (het werk) gaan
8. To arrive at (work):
Synonym: To reach (work)
Explanation: To reach or get to your workplace.
Dutch translation: Aankomen op (het werk)
9. To be at work:
Synonym: To be present at (work)
Explanation: To be physically present and engaged in your job
or duties.
Dutch translation: Op het werk zijn
10. To be in work:
Synonym: To be employed
, Explanation: To have a job or be engaged in work activities.
Dutch translation: Aan het werk zijn
11. To be off work:
Synonym: To have time off from work
Explanation: To have a break or be absent from work
temporarily.
Dutch translation: Vrij zijn van het werk
12. To be out of work:
Synonym: To be unemployed
Explanation: To not have a job or be without work.
Dutch translation: Werkloos zijn
13. Rewarding:
Synonym: Gratifying
Explanation: Giving satisfaction or a sense of fulfillment.
Dutch translation: Voldoening gevend
14. Stimulating:
Synonym: Inspiring
Explanation: Provoking interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.
Dutch translation: Stimulerend
15. Hands-on:
Synonym: Active
Explanation: Involving practical experience or direct
involvement.
Dutch translation: Praktisch
16. In charge of:
Synonym: Responsible for
Explanation: Having the duty or authority to manage or
17. Responsible for:
Synonym: Accountable for
Explanation: Having the duty or obligation to manage,
oversee, or be in charge of something.
Dutch translation: Verantwoordelijk voor
18. To supervise:
Synonym: To oversee
Explanation: To direct, manage, or monitor the work or
activities of others.
Dutch translation: Toezicht houden op
19. To run:
Synonym: To manage
Explanation: To be in charge of or control the operations,
activities, or functioning of something.
Dutch translation: Beheren / Runnen
20. To deal with:
Synonym: To handle
Explanation: To manage or take care of a particular situation,
task, or problem.
Dutch translation: Omgaan met / Afhandelen
21. To involve:
Synonym: To include
, Explanation: To incorporate or require the participation or
presence of someone or something.
Dutch translation: Involveren / Betrekken
22. Unemployed:
Synonym: Jobless
Explanation: Not having a job or currently not being employed.
Dutch translation: Werkloos
23. (To be made) redundant:
Synonym: Laid off
Explanation: To be dismissed or no longer required in a job or
position due to downsizing or reorganization.
Dutch translation: (Worden) ontslagen / overbodig zijn
24. Jobless:
Synonym: Unemployed
Explanation: Being without a job or currently not being
employed.
Dutch translation: Werkloos
25. Margin call:
Synonym: Margin requirement
Explanation: A demand from a broker or lender for additional
funds to be deposited into a margin account when the value of
the held securities declines below a certain level.
Dutch translation: Margin call / Bijstortverplichting
26. Investment bank:
Synonym: Merchant bank
Explanation: A financial institution that assists companies,
governments, and other entities in raising capital by
underwriting or acting as an intermediary in financial
transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and securities
offerings.
Dutch translation: Investeringsbank
27. Staff:
Synonym: Employees
Explanation: The collective term for the personnel or workforce
employed by an organization.
Dutch translation: Personeel / Medewerkers
28. Trading floor:
Synonym: Exchange floor
Explanation: The physical location where traders and brokers
conduct buying and selling activities in financial markets,
typically associated with stock exchanges or commodity
exchanges.
Dutch translation: Handelsvloer
29. To lay off / cut / let go / make redundant (staff):
Synonym: To dismiss / terminate / downsize (staff)
Explanation: To end the employment of employees due to
various reasons, such as cost-cutting, restructuring, or a
decrease in business activity.
, Dutch translation: Ontslaan / Beëindigen van het
dienstverband / Inkrimpen (personeel)
30. Compare with: To quit (informal) / to resign (formal):
Synonym: To leave (informal) / to step down (formal)
Explanation: To voluntarily end one's employment by choice or
formally submit a resignation letter.
Dutch translation: Stoppen (informeel) / Ontslag nemen
(formeel)
31. Risk manager / management:
Synonym: Risk officer / risk control
Explanation: An individual or department responsible for
identifying, assessing, and managing risks within an
organization.
Dutch translation: Risicomanager / Risicobeheer
32. Severance contract / package / offer, etc.:
Synonym: Termination agreement / compensation package /
exit offer, etc.
Explanation: An agreement or arrangement made between an
employer and an employee who is leaving the company,
outlining the terms and conditions, including financial
compensation, benefits, and other provisions.
Dutch translation: Beëindigingsovereenkomst / Vertrekregeling
/ Uitkeringsaanbod, enz.
33. To revoke (an offer):
Synonym: To withdraw (an offer)
Explanation: To cancel or retract an offer that was previously
extended to someone.
Dutch translation: Intrekken (een aanbod)
34. Precaution:
Synonym: Safety measure / preventive measure
Explanation: An action taken in advance to prevent or
minimize potential risks, harm, or negative consequences.
Dutch translation: Voorzorgsmaatregel
35. Punitive:
Synonym: Penalties / disciplinary
Explanation: Imposing or intended as punishment, typically
associated with penalties or disciplinary measures.
Dutch translation: Strafmaatregel / Disciplinair
36. Lawyer:
Synonym: Attorney / legal counsel
Explanation: A professional who practices law and provides
legal advice, guidance, and representation to clients in legal
matters.
Dutch translation: Advocaat / Jurist
37. Junior / Senior:
Synonym: Junior: Lesser experienced / Senior: More
experienced
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