Employes

/ɪmˈplɔɪiz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of employe; multiple people hired to work for an employer.

Etymology

French plural of employé. Maintains the French spelling and pronunciation conventions when used as the formal plural in English business contexts.

Kelly Says

Some old-fashioned companies still use 'employes' as the official plural to maintain that French elegance, even though 'employees' is now standard—it's a small way businesses try to make working feel more refined than it actually is.

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Plural of 'employe' carries same historical gender ambiguity and French-influenced gendering.

Inclusive Usage

Use 'employees' or 'staff' or role-specific terms.

Inclusive Alternatives

["employees","staff","team members","workers"]

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