Rehired: meaning, definitions and examples
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rehired
[ riːˈhaɪərd ]
employment status
To be rehired means to be employed again after having previously left or been let go from a job. This term often implies that the individual has a prior history with the organization and has been invited back due to their previous performance or a change in circumstances that warrants their return. Rehiring can occur under various circumstances, including an improvement in the company's situation, the original employees being needed again, or the desire for prior experience and knowledge. Being rehired can be seen as a positive outcome, indicating that the employer values the skills and contributions of the employee.
Synonyms
reappoint, reemploy, reinstate.
Examples of usage
- She was rehired after six months of unemployment.
- The company decided to rehire some of the staff it had laid off last year.
- He was thrilled to be rehired at his old job.
Translations
Translations of the word "rehired" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recontratado
🇮🇳 फिर से नियुक्त
🇩🇪 wieder eingestellt
🇮🇩 dihire kembali
🇺🇦 повторно найнятий
🇵🇱 ponownie zatrudniony
🇯🇵 再雇用された
🇫🇷 réembauché
🇪🇸 recontratado
🇹🇷 yeniden işe alınmış
🇰🇷 재고용된
🇸🇦 معاد توظيفه
🇨🇿 znovu najat
🇸🇰 opäť zamestnaný
🇨🇳 重新雇用
🇸🇮 ponovno zaposlen
🇮🇸 endur ráðinn
🇰🇿 қайта жұмысқа алынған
🇬🇪 მეორე გამწვდილი
🇦🇿 yenidən işə götürülmüş
🇲🇽 recontratado
Etymology
The term 'rehired' is derived from the prefix 're-' which means 'again' or 'anew' and the word 'hire,' which comes from the Old English 'hyran,' meaning 'to pay for service or employment.' The concept of rehiring has been present in labor practices since employers sought to bring back competent or skilled workers following temporary layoffs or dismissals. Over time, as labor markets evolved, the practice became more formalized, with organizations recognizing the value of previous employees who could quickly adapt to their roles. The term itself gained traction in the 20th century as employment patterns shifted towards more dynamic work environments. In recent years, as companies face talent shortages, the practice of rehiring has seen a resurgence, making it a significant aspect of workforce management.