Apply vs Submit: English Vocabulary for Jobs: On Your Mark's English
- Mark Connolly
- Mar 16
- 1 min read
Monday Vocabulary: The two words you need for your next career move
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Welcome to Monday Vocabulary Boost!
If you are looking for a new job, you need to know the difference between
Apply and Submit.
Using the wrong word won't stop you from getting the job, but using the right one will make you sound much more confident.
The Action vs. The Object 💡
Think of these words as two different steps in the same process.
1. Apply: The Big Picture
When you say "I am applying," you are talking about the whole process of trying to get a job. It is a social action.
"I'm applying for a lot of roles in Dongguan this month."
2. Submit: The Final Step
"Submit" is technical. It describes the moment you press "send" on an email or hand a piece of paper to a boss.
"Make sure you submit your CV before the deadline!"
Why it matters
In professional English, precision is key.
When you tell a recruiter, "I have submitted my documents," it sounds much more professional than "I gave my papers."
Your Turn
Let's practice! Complete this sentence:
"Are you going to ________ for that manager position?"
Tell me in the comments down below! :)
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