TOEIC Vocabulary - promotion & resignation & retirement
In this article, you will learn about TOEIC vocabulary words related to promotion & resignation & retirement topic. A good command of English vocabulary is extremely important in scoring well on all sections of the TOEIC. We strongly recommend that you study these vocabulary words to prepare for the TOEIC exam. While studying vocabulary words, you should write the words in a notebook, say the words and sentences many times, and try to create your own setences using the words.
ask for a raise
play_circle_filledAsk for a raise means to ask for a salary increase。
- He decided to ask for a raise during his annual review with the boss.
- She was very professional when she asked her manager for a raise, and she actually got it.
- He inquired with the HR department about the proper procedure to formally ask for a raise.
- When the company announced this year's profit increase, many employees began to consider asking for a raise.
- Despite her worries about being turned down, she mustered up the courage to ask for a raise from her manager.
get a raise
play_circle_filledTo get a raise means to receive a salary increase or to be given a pay raise。
- I hope to get a raise this year for all my hard work.
- After a year of hard work, I finally managed to get a raise.
- She's been killing it at work, so it's only fair she gets a raise to match.
- If you want to get a raise, you need to show your boss the contribution and value you bring to the company.
- If I don't get a raise after all the effort I've put into this job, I don't know what I'll do.
promote
/pro-mote/ [p.r.ah0.m.ow1.t] /prəˈmoʊt/ play_circle_filledThe verb "promote" has four meanings:
1. promote = to raise someone to a higher or more important position or rank.
- If I'm not promoted within the next two years, I'm going to change jobs.
- Emily has just been promoted to senior sales rep. Who is going to take her place?
2. promote = to encourage people to buy something
- Advertising companies are always having to come up with new ways to promote products.
- The marketing department is busy promoting the new line of men's clothes for fall.
3. promote = to encourage people to support something
- Greenpeace works to promote awareness of the dangers that threaten our planet today.
- The school distributed pamphlets to promote good dental hygiene.
4. promote = help
- It has long been known that regular exercise promotes all-around good health.
promotion
/prəˈmoʊ.ʃən/ play_circle_filledThe noun "promotion" has two meanings.
1. Promotion = the act of raising someone to a higher rank. The phrase "someone + get a promotion" is often used:
- Did Mark get the promotion he wanted?
- There was little chance for promotion within this company.
- Did you hear the news? Jim got that promotion he applied for. He's going to be the senior manager of Human Resources at the head office.
M: Dale is getting a promotion. He is taking the manager position at a branch office in Utah. W: Really? I thought he wasn't interested in relocating. M: I guess the company must've had offered him a good salary. |
2. Promotion = an activity to advertise something.
- The store is having a sales promotion with at least 50% off.
- Retailers like Target and Best Buy launched Christmas promotions before Halloween.
- There was a (sales) promotion in the supermarket and they were giving away free glasses of wine
resign
/rɪˈzʌɪn/ play_circle_filledResign = give up a job or position by telling your employer that you are leaving
Resign from company/job
- My father is sick and can no longer work full-time, so I suggest he resign from his job at the post office.
- Giving two weeks' notice is the standard practice when resigning from a job, but in some cases, you may be required to give a month's notice.
- If you want to resign from your job gracefully and professionally, write a formal resignation letter.
- The newspaper's editor resigned after the scandal.
- Taiwan's transportation minister has resigned to take responsibility for a train derailment earlier this month that killed 49 people and injured more than 200 others.
resignation
/rɛzɪɡˈneɪʃ(ə)n/ play_circle_filledResignation = the act of telling your employer that you are leaving your job
- Hong Kong protesters are calling for the resignation of the leader Carrie Lam.
Resign = submit/hand in one's resignation
- On April 2, passenger train Taroko Express No. 408 collided with a crane truck near the Qingshui Tunnel in Hua-lien County. Following the incident, Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) Minister Lin Chia-lung submitted his resignation.
- After being accused of embezzlement, the manager quietly handed in his resignation.
relocate
/riːlə(ʊ)ˈkeɪt/ play_circle_filledIf people or businesses relocate or if someone relocates them, they move to a different place.
- My boss offered me a promotion to a manager role in Sydney, Australia. Now I have to relocate to Sydney.
- My company relocated me to Sydney.
- I accepted a new position in Manchester and need to relocate near the downtown area before my start date on June 1. I'm seeking a simple, clean, one-bedroom rental. A relaxing location with outdoor seating for entertaining friends and family would be a plus. I have a budget of around £1,200 monthly to cover all housing costs, including utilities.
- My next-door neighbor, Mrs. Jones, was relocated to a nursing home because of her loss of independence.
- Domestic industries that face foreign competition are beginning to close down or relocate abroad for cheaper labor.
- The company decided to relocate its headquarters.
- The tech company has decided to relocate its Toronto head office in the latter half of 2023.
relocation
/riːlə(ʊ)ˈkeɪʃən/ play_circle_filledRelocation = the act of moving to a place. (Noun)
- My boss offered me a promotion to a manager role in Sydney, Australia. Now I have to relocate to Sydney. I heard the cost of living in Sydney is pretty high. Should I ask for relocation pay and negotiate my salary package?
- The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and will cover normal relocation expenses.
- The tech company has decided to relocate its Toronto head office in the latter half of 2023. The new premises will be located within an office building connected directly to Waterfront Station. The relocation will enhance the convenience of its customers and business partners who will visit the head office.
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