English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i was employed on merit" Mean?
Learn what "i was employed on merit" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Well, I was employed on merit.
It means the speaker believes they earned the job because of skill or qualifications, not favoritism.
From The Perfect Husband, Episode 5
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone defends their qualifications by saying they were hired based on merit.
Usage Scenario
Use this in work-related arguments or interviews when defending your credentials. It sounds formal and slightly stiff.
Better ways to say it
1
I was employed on merit.
2
I got the job on merit.
3
I was hired because I earned it.
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