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employment location

[ ɪmˈplɔɪmənt loʊˈkeɪʃən ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

job search

The specific place where a person works or is employed.

Synonyms

office, site, workplace.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
employment location	Used in formal contexts, often in official documents and discussions regarding various types of job settings. The contract specifies your employment location as the downtown office.
workplace	Commonly used in everyday language to refer to the place where someone does their job. It's broadly applicable and easily understood. Maintaining a positive attitude in the workplace is important for team morale. Safety regulations must be followed in the workplace.
office	Specifically refers to a room or building where professional or clerical work is carried out. Often used in contexts related to white-collar jobs. I need to go to the office to finish this report. His office is located on the fourth floor.
site	Best used when referring to locations where physical work is performed, such as construction, archaeological digs, or other outdoor or industrial work environments. The construction site is operational 24 hours a day. They found ancient artifacts at the archaeological site.

Examples of usage

He mentioned his employment location during the interview.
She was thrilled to finally find a suitable employment location.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

HR management

The designated area or facility where an individual is assigned to perform their job duties.

Synonyms

office, site, workplace.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
employment location	Used to refer to any place where someone is employed. This is a formal term often seen in legal documents or formal communication. His primary employment location is New York City. Please provide your employment location for our records.
workplace	A general term used to refer to any place where work is done. It can apply to various types of work environments and is used in both formal and informal contexts. Creating a positive workplace environment is essential. Safety measures are crucial in any workplace.
office	Typically refers to a room or building where administrative or professional work is performed. Used in more casual or everyday conversations. I have an 8 AM meeting at the office. She works in the marketing department's office.
site	Usually used to describe places where construction, industrial, or field work takes place. It can also refer to a location for specific activities or projects. The construction site will be busy all week. We conducted the survey at the research site.

Examples of usage

The HR manager is responsible for assigning each employee an employment location.
Employees can request a change in their employment location under certain circumstances.

Translations

Translations of the word "employment location" in other languages:

🇵🇹 local de emprego

🇮🇳 रोजगार स्थान

🇩🇪 Arbeitsort

🇮🇩 lokasi pekerjaan

🇺🇦 місце роботи

🇵🇱 miejsce pracy

🇯🇵 職場

🇫🇷 lieu d'emploi

🇪🇸 lugar de empleo

🇹🇷 iş yeri

🇰🇷 고용 위치

🇸🇦 مكان العمل

🇨🇿 místo zaměstnání

🇸🇰 miesto zamestnania

🇨🇳 就业地点

🇸🇮 kraj zaposlitve

🇮🇸 vinnustaður

🇰🇿 жұмыс орны

🇬🇪 დასაქმების ადგილი

🇦🇿 iş yeri

🇲🇽 lugar de empleo

Etymology

The term 'employment location' emerged in the context of labor relations and human resources management in the early 20th century. With the growth of industrialization and the development of corporate structures, the concept of a specific place of work became essential for both employers and employees. The designation of an employment location serves practical purposes such as task organization, resource allocation, and regulatory compliance. Over time, advancements in technology and telecommuting have expanded the definition of employment location beyond traditional office spaces, allowing for more flexibility in where work can be conducted.