De achtergrondcontrole
Example: Voor de baan is een achtergrondcontrole verplicht gesteld.
Definition
"De achtergrondcontrole" refers to the process of verifying a person's history, qualifications, and background details, commonly used in HR to ensure the suitability and reliability of a candidate before hiring. For example, a background check is mandatory for the job.
Etymology
The term "de achtergrondcontrole" comes from Dutch, combining "achtergrond" meaning 'background' and "controle" meaning 'check' or 'inspection.' It literally translates to 'background check,' reflecting the process of examining someone's past or credentials in detail.
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"De achtergrondcontrole" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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