B2
administrative vs clerical
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| administrativeadjective/ədˈmɪn.ɪ.streɪ.tɪv/ | Meaning relating to the work of organizing and running a company, school or office | Goes with administrative staff | Example She does the administrative work for a busy dental clinic. |
| clericaladjective/ˈkler.ɪ.kəl/ | Meaning relating to office work such as typing, filing and keeping records | Goes with clerical error | Example She found a clerical job at a law firm after college. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
He was promoted to an post in the city office.