Meaning
Used to state your job or profession.
Cultural Background
Americans often define themselves by their work. Expect this question early in a conversation. While common, people might be slightly more reserved about salary or specific status compared to the US.
Check the article
Always check if you need 'a' or 'an' before your job title.
Don't use company names
Never say 'I work as a [Company Name]'.
Meaning
Used to state your job or profession.
Check the article
Always check if you need 'a' or 'an' before your job title.
Don't use company names
Never say 'I work as a [Company Name]'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct article.
I work as ___ engineer.
Engineer starts with a vowel sound.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which is correct?
You work at a company, not as a company.
Complete the dialogue.
A: What do you do? B: _____
This is the complete and grammatically correct form.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesI work as ___ engineer.
Engineer starts with a vowel sound.
Which is correct?
You work at a company, not as a company.
A: What do you do? B: _____
This is the complete and grammatically correct form.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, you need the article 'a'. Say 'I work as a teacher'.
It is neutral. It works in all situations.
You can say 'I work as a teacher and a writer'.
Usually no, 'work' implies paid employment.
They are very similar, but 'work as a' sounds slightly more professional.
No, job titles are not capitalized unless they are part of a formal title.
Related Phrases
I'm a...
synonymI am a [job].
I work at...
contrastI am employed by [company].
I'm employed as a...
specialized formI have a job as a...
