Pronunciation: /stæf/
noun a group of people who work for an organization or business
A1 The staff at the hotel were very friendly and helpful.
A2 The staff in the restaurant took our order quickly and efficiently.
B1 The staff members were trained to handle customer complaints professionally.
B2 The hotel staff went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.
C1 The staff's dedication to their work was evident in the high quality of service.
C2 The staff's expertise and experience were crucial in resolving the complex issues.
verb not applicable
A1 The hotel staffs the front desk 24 hours a day.
A2 The company is looking to staff a new department.
B1 It can be challenging to staff a project with the right people.
B2 The restaurant staffs the kitchen with experienced chefs.
C1 The hospital always staffs the emergency room with qualified medical professionals.
C2 The airline staffs the flight crew with highly trained pilots and attendants.
adjective not applicable
A1 The staff room is where the teachers have their break.
A2 The staff meeting will be held in the conference room.
B1 The staff members are working hard to meet the deadline.
B2 The staff training program has been very beneficial for the employees.
C1 The staff performance evaluation will take place next month.
C2 The staff morale has improved significantly since the new manager took over.
adverb not applicable
A1 The hotel staff kindly helped me with my bags.
A2 The restaurant staff quickly served our food.
B1 The medical staff efficiently handled the emergency situation.
B2 The airline staff professionally assisted passengers during the delay.
C1 The research staff meticulously analyzed the data for accuracy.
C2 The legal staff expertly defended their client in court.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The staff at the hotel were very friendly and helpful.
A2 The staff will assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
B1 The staff have been trained to handle difficult situations with professionalism.
B2 The staff members are dedicated to providing excellent customer service.
C1 The staff's hard work and dedication have contributed to the company's success.
C2 The staff's expertise and knowledge make them invaluable assets to the organization.
preposition not applicable
A1 The staff at the hotel were very friendly.
A2 I asked the staff for help with finding a book.
B1 The staff in the store assisted me with my purchase.
B2 The staff aboard the cruise ship were attentive and professional.
C1 The staff of the company worked tirelessly to meet the deadline.
C2 The staff under his supervision performed exceptionally well in the project.
conjunction not applicable
A1 The staff is friendly and helpful.
A2 The staff will assist you with any questions you may have.
B1 The staff not only serves customers but also manages inventory.
B2 The staff members work together efficiently to meet deadlines.
C1 The staff is well-trained and capable of handling complex situations.
C2 The staff's expertise and experience make them invaluable assets to the company.
interjection not applicable
A1 Staff! Please help me find the bathroom.
A2 Excuse me, staff, could you point me in the direction of the nearest restaurant?
B1 Staff, I have a question about the room reservation I made.
B2 Staff, can you assist me with booking a tour for tomorrow?
C1 Excuse me, staff, would it be possible to have a late check-out tomorrow?
C2 Staff, I would like to commend your excellent service during my stay here.
article not applicable
A1 The staff at the hotel are very friendly and helpful.
A2 The staff in the store greeted me as soon as I walked in.
B1 The staff members were trained to handle customer complaints professionally.
B2 The staff's efficiency and teamwork were evident during the busy season.
C1 The staff's dedication to their work was recognized with a company-wide award.
C2 The staff's expertise and knowledge were crucial in implementing the new project successfully.
formal The staff at the hotel were very professional and attentive to our needs.
informal The staff at the restaurant were super friendly and made our dining experience enjoyable.
slang The staff at the store were chill and helped me find what I was looking for.
figurative The staff of the company are the backbone of our success.
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