Language/Italian/Vocabulary/Work-and-Employment
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Introduction
This lesson covers the Italian vocabulary related to work and employment. You will learn how to talk about different types of jobs, professions, and workplaces, as well as the verbs used to describe work-related activities. You will also learn about some cultural aspects related to the Italian work environment.
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Italian Work Vocabulary
Here are some words related to work and employment in Italian:
Italian | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
il lavoro | eel lah-VOH-roh | work, job |
il datore di lavoro | eel dah-TOH-re dee lah-VOH-roh | employer |
l'impiegato | leem-PYEH-gah-toh | employee, clerk |
la carriera | lah kahr-RYEH-rah | career |
il contratto | eel kon-TRAHT-toh | contract |
l'ufficio | loo-FYEH-choh | office |
il posto di lavoro | eel POH-stoh dee lah-VOH-roh | workplace |
l'orario di lavoro | loh-RAH-ryoh dee lah-VOH-roh | work schedule |
Jobs and Professions
Here are some common jobs and professions in Italian:
Italian | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
l'avvocato | lahv-vo-KAH-toh | lawyer |
l'insegnante | leen-seh-GNAN-teh | teacher |
il medico | eel MEH-dee-koh | doctor |
l'ingegnere | leen-JEH-neh-reh | engineer |
il cuoco | eel KWOH-koh | cook, chef |
l'architetto | lahr-kee-TEKT-toh | architect |
il giornalista | eel jor-nah-LEE-stah | journalist |
il musicista | eel moo-SEE-kee-stah | musician |
Verbs and Expressions
Here are some verbs and expressions related to work in Italian:
- lavorare - to work
- cercare lavoro - to look for a job
- trovare lavoro - to find a job
- fare carriera - to have a career
- guadagnare - to earn
- promuovere - to promote
- licenziare - to fire
- andare in pensione - to retire
Cultural Information
In Italy, work is an important aspect of life. The work environment is usually formal, with clear hierarchies and job titles. Italian work culture can be quite conservative, with traditional ideas about work and gender roles. However, there is also a growing trend towards a more flexible and modern work life, with new technologies and work models.
Italian Workplace Vocabulary
Here are some words related to the workplace in Italian:
Italian | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
il collega | eel kol-LEH-gah | colleague |
il capo | eel KAH-poh | boss |
il dipartimento | eel dee-pahr-tee-MEHN-toh | department |
la riunione | lah ree-yoo-NYEH-ne | meeting |
la presentazione | lah preh-zen-ta-TSYOH-neh | presentation |
il progetto | eel PROH-jet-toh | project |
il cliente | eel KLEE-ehn-teh | client |
la mansione | lah man-see-OH-neh | task |
Verbs and Expressions
Here are some verbs and expressions related to the workplace in Italian:
- collaborare - to collaborate
- organizzare - to organize
- gestire - to manage
- preparare - to prepare
- presentare - to present
- discutere - to discuss
- risolvere - to solve
- concludere - to conclude
Cultural Information
In Italy, the workplace is usually formal and hierarchical. The boss or supervisor is typically respected and addressed formally. Meetings and presentations are often conducted with great formality and attention to detail. Italians take great pride in their work and workplace, and professionalism is valued highly.
Italian Job Search Vocabulary
Here are some words and expressions related to job search in Italian:
Italian | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
la ricerca di lavoro | lah ree-KER-ka dee lah-VOH-roh | job search |
l'annuncio di lavoro | lann-NOON-tchoh dee lah-VOH-roh | job posting |
il curriculum vitae | eel koo-REE-kyoo-lum VEE-tah-eh | curriculum vitae, CV |
la lettera di presentazione | lah LET-teh-rah dee preh-zen-ta-TSYOH-neh | cover letter |
l'intervista di lavoro | leen-teh-VIS-tah dee lah-VOH-roh | job interview |
l'offerta di lavoro | loff-FER-tah dee lah-VOH-roh | job offer |
l'esperienza professionale | leh-speh-ryen-tsa proh-fes-syo-NA-leh | work experience |
il colloquio di lavoro | eel kol-LOH-kwee-oh dee lah-VOH-roh | job interview |
Verbs and Expressions
Here are some verbs and expressions related to job search in Italian:
- presentare la propria candidatura - to apply for a job
- inviare il curriculum - to send the CV
- prepararsi per l'intervista - to prepare for the interview
- cercare un lavoro su internet - to look for a job online
Cultural Information
In Italy, the job search process can be long and difficult. Finding a job often requires a combination of personal connections, qualifications, and persistence. It is common to include a photo in the CV, and to address the employer with a formal writing style.
Sources
Other Lessons
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Resources
- Travel
- Imperative Case in Italian
- Adverbs in Italian
- Days of the Week
- Asking Directions
- Days Months and Seasons
- Body
- People in Italian
Sources
- Italian Vocabulary for Jobs and Occupations | Talk in Italian
- Language/Italian/Vocabulary/Work-and-Employment
- A List of Words and Phrases to Improve Your Italian Work Vocabulary
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