self-employed
/ˌself ɪmˈplɔɪd/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #3583 in the learning path
自雇的；个体经营的
Definitions
adj. Working for yourself rather than being employed by an organisation.
自雇的；个体经营的
Example
My aunt is a self-employed electrician with her own van.
我姑姑是个体电工，有自己的货车。
Self-employed workers often enjoy flexible schedules but may lack paid holidays and a stable monthly income.
自雇者通常享有灵活的工作时间，但可能没有带薪假期和稳定的月收入。
Collocations
- self-employed workers
- become self-employed
- self-employed consultant
Word family
- self-employment (n.)
- employ (v.)
- employee (n.)
- employer (n.)
Usage tip
指为自己工作，不等于失业；注意保留连字符。
FAQ
- What does self-employed mean?
- Working for yourself rather than being employed by an organisation.
- How is self-employed pronounced?
- UK /ˌself ɪmˈplɔɪd/, US /ˌself ɪmˈplɔɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
