B1nounworkeducation
US/ˌsiːˈviː/
UK/ˌsiːˈviː/
a short document listing your education, jobs and skills, sent when you apply for a job
In context
I updated my CV last night before applying for the new position.
Please send your CV and a short cover letter by Friday.
Her CV is only two pages long, but it shows real experience.
Words that go with CV
verb + noun
- send a CVYou can send a CV to the company by email.
- update your CVUpdate your CV every time you finish a big project.
- attach a CVRemember to attach a CV to the application form.
- tailor your CVTailor your CV to each job you apply for.
adjective + noun
- a strong CVA strong CV gets you an interview.
noun + noun
- CV and cover letterThe job ad asks for a CV and cover letter.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I made a CV for apply the jobCorrect: I wrote a CV to apply for the job