Die Referenz
Example: Die Referenz hilft dem Arbeitgeber, dich besser zu verstehen.
Definition
"Die Referenz" in HR refers to a recommendation or testimonial provided by a previous employer or colleague that helps a potential employer better understand a candidate's qualifications and character.
Etymology
The word "die Referenz" comes from the Latin 'referentia,' meaning 'a bringing back' or 'relating.' It was adopted into German to signify a source of information or recommendation, especially in professional contexts. Did you know? The term originally implied the act of referring someone back to a trusted source.
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"Die Referenz" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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