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work history

work history

Meaning of work history

past jobs

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EN-UK/ə ˈwɜːk ˈhɪstəri/
EN-US/ə ˈwɝk ˈhɪstəri/
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work history with Russian translation

work history usage examples

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

В её резюме она перечислила каждую должность в своей истории работы с датами начала и окончания.

On her résumé, she listed every job in her work history with the start and end dates.

🇷🇺RU🇬🇧EN

Если ваша история работы длинная, выделите наиболее подходящие должности для этой вакансии.

If your work history is long, highlight the most relevant roles for the job.

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work history belongs to the topic "Interview and Resume". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

work historyистория работы
studentстудент
examэкзамен
homeworkдомашняя работа
answer questionsотвечать на вопросы
ask questionsзадавать вопросы
deskписьменный стол

work history synonyms

Related words worth learning together

employment history
Very close to 'work history', slightly more formal and often used in official forms and HR contexts.
career history
Close to 'work history' but often used to emphasize progression, promotions and major career milestones.
work experience
Emphasizes the skills and practical experience gained from past jobs; used often on CVs and job ads.
resume
Usually a short document summarizing work history, skills and education — not identical to the concept of someone's work history but closely related.
CV
A document detailing education, work history and achievements; more detailed than a 'resume' in some contexts.
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🇬🇧en

Very close to 'work history', slightly more formal and often used in official forms and HR contexts.

B1Often

Please provide your full employment history including dates and employers.

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career history

Close to 'work history' but often used to emphasize progression, promotions and major career milestones.

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Her career history shows steady advancement into leadership roles.

🇬🇧en

Emphasizes the skills and practical experience gained from past jobs; used often on CVs and job ads.

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Her work experience in marketing makes her a strong candidate.

🇬🇧en

Usually a short document summarizing work history, skills and education — not identical to the concept of someone's work history but closely related.

B1Very Often

Send your resume and a cover letter to apply for the position.

🇬🇧en

A document detailing education, work history and achievements; more detailed than a 'resume' in some contexts.

B1Very Often

Please attach your CV with details of your previous employment.

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professional background

Broader than 'work history' — includes education, training, roles, and achievements as part of professional life.

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Her professional background includes teaching, research and project management.

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employment record

Often refers to formal records kept by employers or institutions (dates, positions, performance), rather than a simple list someone gives.

B1Rarely

The company requested a copy of his employment record for verification.

🇬🇧en

A brief overview highlighting main roles, achievements and career focus — often a section at the top of a CV or resume.

B1Rarely

Include a short career summary at the top of your CV to catch the recruiter's attention.

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How to pronounce work history and what this word means

work history means work history. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce work history

/ə ˈwɜːk ˈhɪstəri/

work history translation

work history

work history examples

On her résumé, she listed every job in her work history with the start and end dates.

work history transcription

/ə ˈwɜːk ˈhɪstəri/, /ə ˈwɝk ˈhɪstəri/

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work history meaning: what does it mean?

past jobs

work history pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

work history is pronounced as /ə ˈwɜːk ˈhɪstəri/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

work history definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

On her résumé, she listed every job in her work history with the start and end dates. Translation: В её резюме она перечислила каждую должность в своей истории работы с датами начала и окончания.

Is work history part of Interview and Resume vocabulary?

Yes, work history can be learned in the Interview and Resume topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is work history part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, work history can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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