Noun
/kæʒuəl ˈwɜrkər/
A casual worker is an employee who is hired on a temporary basis or for a specific job or task without a long-term commitment from the employer. This type of employment is characterized by a lack of fixed hours or benefits typically associated with permanent positions. Casual workers are often engaged in industries such as hospitality, agriculture, and retail, where demand for labor may fluctuate.
The term is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, particularly in discussions related to labor markets, employment policies, and human resources.
Casual worker can earn more than a full-time employee during peak seasons.
El trabajador eventual puede ganar más que un empleado a tiempo completo durante las temporadas altas.
Many companies rely on casual workers to handle extra workloads during busy periods.
Muchas empresas dependen de trabajadores eventuales para manejar cargas de trabajo adicionales durante períodos de alta actividad.
As a casual worker, she enjoys the flexibility of choosing her hours.
Como trabajadora eventual, ella disfruta de la flexibilidad de elegir sus horarios.
The term "casual worker" is not typically part of idiomatic expressions, but the concept of casual or part-time work can be found in several idioms related to flexibility and temporary engagements. Here are relevant idiomatic expressions and their usage:
"Work on a casual basis"
She prefers to work on a casual basis so that she can travel frequently.
Ella prefiere trabajar de manera eventual para poder viajar con frecuencia.
"Casual Friday"
Many offices have a casual Friday where employees can wear relaxed attire.
Muchas oficinas tienen un viernes informal donde los empleados pueden vestir de manera relajada.
"Jump in and out of jobs"
Some people are comfortable jumping in and out of jobs like casual workers do.
Algunas personas están cómodas saliendo y entrando de trabajos como lo hacen los trabajadores eventuales.
"Flexibility of casual work"
The flexibility of casual work appeals to students who need to balance studies and jobs.
La flexibilidad del trabajo eventual atrae a los estudiantes que necesitan equilibrar estudios y trabajos.
The term "casual" comes from the Latin word casualis, meaning "by chance" or "accidental," indicating the lack of a fixed arrangement. "Worker" derives from the Old English term wyrcan, meaning "to work," which relates to someone who is engaged in specific tasks or employment.
Synonyms: - Temporary worker - Part-time worker - Freelance worker - Seasonal worker
Antonyms: - Full-time worker - Permanent employee - Regular employee