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work environment

[ ˈwərk ɪnˈvʌɪrənmənt ]

Noun

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professional

The work environment refers to the conditions, atmosphere, and culture in which an employee operates. It includes factors such as physical surroundings, company policies, interpersonal relationships, and overall workplace vibe. A positive work environment fosters productivity, creativity, and employee satisfaction.

Synonyms

office setting, work atmosphere, workplace.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
work environment	Refers generally to the conditions and culture in which you work, including physical surroundings, company policies, and coworker relations. The work environment here is very supportive and collaborative. A positive work environment can boost employee morale.
workplace	Simply refers to the physical location where you work. It can be an office, a factory, a store, etc. The workplace should adhere to safety standards. The company is moving to a new workplace next month.
office setting	Specifically relates to the physical and organizational set-up of an office space, like seating arrangements, decor, and office equipment. The office setting includes open workspaces and closed meeting rooms. A modern office setting can improve productivity.
work atmosphere	Describes the emotional and social climate at a workplace, such as the general mood and interpersonal relationships among employees. The work atmosphere is a bit tense lately due to upcoming deadlines. A friendly work atmosphere can make a big difference in job satisfaction.

Examples of usage

The work environment at the new startup is very relaxed and collaborative.
Creating a healthy work environment is essential for employee well-being.

Translations

Translations of the word "work environment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ambiente de trabalho

🇮🇳 कार्य वातावरण

🇩🇪 Arbeitsumgebung

🇮🇩 lingkungan kerja

🇺🇦 робоче середовище

🇵🇱 środowisko pracy

🇯🇵 職場環境

🇫🇷 environnement de travail

🇪🇸 ambiente de trabajo

🇹🇷 çalışma ortamı

🇰🇷 작업 환경

🇸🇦 بيئة العمل

🇨🇿 pracovní prostředí

🇸🇰 pracovné prostredie

🇨🇳 工作环境

🇸🇮 delovno okolje

🇮🇸 vinnuumhverfi

🇰🇿 жұмыс ортасы

🇬🇪 სამუშაო გარემო

🇦🇿 iş mühiti

🇲🇽 ambiente de trabajo

Etymology

The term 'work environment' originated in the early 20th century as companies began to focus more on employee well-being and satisfaction. It became increasingly recognized that the environment in which people work has a significant impact on their performance and happiness. Over the years, organizations have implemented various strategies to improve the work environment, leading to the development of concepts such as flexible work arrangements, remote work, and wellness programs.