career
Translation
profession, occupation, working life
Examples
She has a successful career in law.
She has a successful career in law.
He is thinking about a career change.
He is thinking about a career change.
Grammar Patterns
((a career in sth.)) a profession in a specific field She has a career in medicine.
((career path)) the progression of one's professional life He chose a difficult career path.
Similar Words
Synonyms: profession, occupation, vocation, job
Etymology
From French 'carrière' (racetrack, road), from Latin 'carrus' (wagon). The idea is of a 'course' or 'path' through life.
Memory Tips
Imagine your 'career' as the road your 'car' drives on through life. Both words share a similar root related to wheeled vehicles.