B1verbwork
US/haɪr/
UK/haɪə/
to take on a person as a worker, or pay someone to do one particular task
In context
The start-up hired ten new engineers after it raised more money.
We hired a photographer for the product launch.
Many companies now hire freelancers instead of full-time staff.
Words that go with hire
verb + noun
- hire staffThe restaurant could not hire staff fast enough for the busy season.
- hire a lawyerIf the contract is complicated, it is worth hiring a lawyer.
- hire freelancersSmall agencies often hire freelancers for one-off projects.
adverb + verb
- newly hiredNewly hired staff spend their first week shadowing a senior colleague.
verb + preposition
- hire asShe was hired as a junior designer straight after graduating.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The company hired me to a marketing assistant.Correct: The company hired me as a marketing assistant.