Salaried: meaning, definitions and examples

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salaried

 

[ ˈsæl.ər.ied ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

employment status

Salaried refers to an employee who is paid a fixed regular payment, typically on a monthly or biweekly basis. This is generally contrasted with hourly workers, who are paid based on the number of hours worked. Salaried employees often receive additional benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

Synonyms

fixed pay, monthly wage, regular income

Examples of usage

  • She is a salaried employee at the firm.
  • Salaried positions often come with more responsibilities.
  • His salaried job provides a stable income.
  • Many salaried professionals work in corporate environments.

Translations

Translations of the word "salaried" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assalariado

🇮🇳 वेतनभोगी

🇩🇪 angestellt

🇮🇩 bergaji

🇺🇦 зарплатний

🇵🇱 etatowy

🇯🇵 給料をもらっている

🇫🇷 salarié

🇪🇸 asalariado

🇹🇷 maaşlı

🇰🇷 급여를 받는

🇸🇦 موظف براتب

🇨🇿 placený

🇸🇰 zamestnaný

🇨🇳 有薪的

🇸🇮 plačan

🇮🇸 launaður

🇰🇿 жалақы алатын

🇬🇪 ხელფასიანი

🇦🇿 maaşlı

🇲🇽 asalariado

Word origin

The term 'salaried' originates from the Latin word 'salarium', which referred to payments made to Roman soldiers for the purchase of salt, a valuable commodity at the time. Over centuries, the term evolved to encompass not merely military payment but also any regular compensation for services rendered. The modern meaning of salaried conditions began to take shape during the Industrial Revolution when the nature of work transitioned from agriculture and trades to factory-based employment. Recognizing the need for reliable financial planning, businesses implemented predictable salary structures, thereby solidifying the concept of salaried employment in contemporary economies. Today, the term is synonymous with a range of professions in various sectors where employees receive consistent, fixed remuneration.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,471, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.