Quit or Fire Someone in English | Learn British English Vocabulary

The video tutorial addresses the confusion over vocabulary used when leaving a job or terminating an employee. It advises against using abrupt phrases like 'I quit' and suggests more polite alternatives such as 'I resign' or 'handing in my notice.' It also explains terms like 'step down' for high-ranking positions. For employers, it provides gentle ways to inform employees of termination, like 'letting you go,' and more direct phrases for serious misconduct. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using appropriate language to maintain good terms and references.

What is a more formal way to express leaving a job than saying 'I quit'?

• I'm off

• I'm done

• I resign

• I quit

Which phrase is typically used for high-ranking officials when they change roles but do not leave the company?

• Stepping down

• Letting go

• Resigning

• Handing in my notice

What is a gentle way for an employer to inform an employee that they are being let go?

• You're sacked

• You're fired

• We're letting you go

• You're terminated

Which term is used when an employee has committed a serious offense and is being dismissed immediately?

• You're promoted

• You're hired

• You're transferred

• You're fired

What phrase might an employer use to formally end an employee's contract?

• We're promoting you

• We're terminating your contract

• We're hiring you

• We're transferring you