collocation · neutral
job satisfaction
UK/dʒɒb ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/US/dʒɑːb ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/job sat·is·FAC·tion
how pleased or content someone is with their job
Examples
“High job satisfaction can reduce staff turnover.”
“Many people value job satisfaction more than a huge salary.”
“Employers try to improve job satisfaction by offering flexible hours.”
Band 8 sentence
“Job satisfaction among staff has a direct effect on productivity and retention.”
Collocations
- high job satisfaction
- measure job satisfaction
- improve job satisfaction
Word family
Common mistakes
satisfaction of job→job satisfaction
job satisfactions→job satisfaction
work satisfaction→job satisfaction
Say it for a higher band
5happiness at work→6work satisfaction→7+job satisfaction
Synonyms
work satisfaction
job fulfilment
Easily confused
job security
“Many employees value job security more than a large bonus.”
work-life balance
“Achieving a better work-life balance is a top priority for young professionals.”
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