Resume: meaning, definitions and examples

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resume

 

[ ˈrɛz.juˌmeɪ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

job application

A resume is a document used by individuals to present their background, skills, and accomplishments. It is typically used when applying for a job or internship. Resumes often include a summary of the individual's education, work experience, and relevant achievements.

Synonyms

CV, bio, curriculum vitae.

Examples of usage

  • I need to update my resume before applying for the new job.
  • Her resume impressed the hiring manager.
Context #2 | Verb

continue after interruption

To resume means to continue or start again after a pause or interruption. It can refer to activities, actions, or processes that were temporarily halted.

Synonyms

continue, recommence, restart.

Examples of usage

  • After the break, we will resume our discussion.
  • She resumed her studies after taking a year off.

Translations

Translations of the word "resume" in other languages:

🇵🇹 currículo

🇮🇳 सारांश

🇩🇪 Lebenslauf

🇮🇩 resume

🇺🇦 резюме

🇵🇱 życiorys

🇯🇵 履歴書 (りれきしょ)

🇫🇷 CV

🇪🇸 currículum

🇹🇷 özgeçmiş

🇰🇷 이력서

🇸🇦 السيرة الذاتية

🇨🇿 životopis

🇸🇰 životopis

🇨🇳 简历 (jiǎnlì)

🇸🇮 življenjepis

🇮🇸 ferilskrá

🇰🇿 түйіндеме

🇬🇪 რეზიუმე

🇦🇿 tərcümeyi-hal

🇲🇽 currículum

Etymology

The word 'resume' originated from the French word 'résumé', which means summary. It first appeared in English in the 19th century. Resumes have become an essential part of job applications, highlighting a person's qualifications and experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,159 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.