performance appraisal
/pərˈfɔːrməns əˈpreɪzl/
Meaning
This term refers to a systematic and periodic evaluation of an employee's job performance and productivity in relation to certain pre-established criteria and organizational objectives. It is a formal HR process where managers provide feedback, discuss career development, and determine salary increases or promotions. It is also commonly called a performance review or evaluation.
Examples
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During my annual performance appraisal, my manager praised my leadership skills.
During my annual performance appraisal, my manager praised my leadership skills.
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The HR department has redesigned the performance appraisal form to make it more objective.
The HR department has redesigned the performance appraisal form to make it more objective.
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Employees are encouraged to prepare a self-evaluation before their performance appraisal.
Employees are encouraged to prepare a self-evaluation before their performance appraisal.
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A constructive performance appraisal should focus on future growth, not just past mistakes.
A constructive performance appraisal should focus on future growth, not just past mistakes.
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She scheduled a meeting next Tuesday to conduct my mid-year performance appraisal.
She scheduled a meeting next Tuesday to conduct my mid-year performance appraisal.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I have a performance praise tomorrow.
✓ I have a performance appraisal tomorrow.
Do not confuse 'appraisal' (evaluation/assessment) with 'praise' (expression of approval). An appraisal can contain both praise and criticism.
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✗ The manager gave me a performance appreciation.
✓ The manager gave me a performance appraisal.
While 'appreciation' means recognizing value, 'appraisal' is the correct, formal HR term for the systematic evaluation process.
Related Expressions
Practice
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I need to set goals for next year before my annual ___ next week.
💡 The formal HR evaluation of an employee's work.
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performance appraisal
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The company uses a 360-degree feedback system for every ___.
💡 A formal assessment of job productivity and behavior.
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performance appraisal