noun · neutral
probation
UK/prəˈbeɪʃən/US/proʊˈbeɪʃən/pro·BA·tion
a trial period at a job during which an employer assesses a new employee's suitability
Examples
“New hires are usually on probation for the first three months.”
“If you pass probation, your contract becomes permanent.”
“During probation the company evaluates your performance carefully.”
Band 8 sentence
“The firm requires all new staff to complete a six-month probation during which their performance and cultural fit are assessed.”
Collocations
- on probation
- probation period
Word family
Common mistakes
I am probationary now.→I am on probation now.
My probation ends after three months' probation.→My probation ends after a three-month probation period.
Say it for a higher band
5trial period→6probationary period→7+probation
Synonyms
trial period
Easily confused
trial period
“Most companies offer a three-month trial period for new employees.”
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