commenced employment
[/kəˈmenst ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/]
verb phrase
iniciou o emprego
1. to start or begin working at a job or position
She commenced employment at the new company on Monday.
Ela iniciou o emprego na nova empresa na segunda-feira.
2. to officially begin employment duties and responsibilities
The employee commenced employment after completing all onboarding procedures.
O funcionário iniciou o emprego após completar todos os procedimentos de integração.
3. formal business/legal term for starting a job contract
The employment contract commenced employment effective January 1st.
O contrato de trabalho iniciou o emprego a partir de 1º de janeiro.
This is formal, legal-administrative terminology commonly used in employment contracts, HR documentation, and official business communications in both Brazil and the USA. In casual conversation, Brazilians typically prefer 'começou a trabalhar' or simply 'começou no trabalho'. The phrase is essential in formal documents, payroll records, and employment verification letters.
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