Application: A first day at work

Practise a first day at work, then follow up with a clarification or confirmation.

Practise a first day at work, then follow up with a clarification or confirmation.

Explain what you need from a colleague and when, and specify what should be reviewed or handed over. Use priority for the most important task and handover for the information needed to continue the work.

The first two examples come from the linked conversation. The third adds a follow-up. Notice the movement from opening request to response and clarification.

Practical examples

Where should I start on my first morning?

من أين أبدأ في صباح يومي الأول؟

Explore the expression in context

Meet your supervisor at reception, then we will show you around the office.

قابل مشرفك في الاستقبال، ثم سنأخذك في جولة داخل المكتب.

Explore the expression in context

Who should I contact if I cannot find the information I need?

بمن ينبغي أن أتصل إذا لم أجد المعلومات التي أحتاج إليها؟

Check your understanding

1. Choose the closest Arabic meaning of this expression: Where should I start on my first morning?
2. Choose the English expression that matches this meaning: بمن ينبغي أن أتصل إذا لم أجد المعلومات التي أحتاج إليها؟