The probation period
Example: Probation period evaluates employee performance before confirming employment
Definition
"The probation period" refers to a designated time frame at the start of employment during which an employee's performance and suitability for the job are evaluated before permanent employment is confirmed.
Etymology
The term "the probation period" comes from the Latin word 'probare,' meaning 'to test or prove.' It reflects the practice of testing an employee's abilities and fit for a role before granting full employment status.
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"The probation period" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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