Disciplinary
DISS-ip-lin-ree
Formal Neutral
What it really means
The formal process an employer uses when they think an employee has broken rules or underperformed. It can lead to warnings or dismissal. You usually have the right to be told the issue in advance and to be accompanied.
Chinese explanation
纪律处分程序（disciplinary）：雇主认为员工违规或表现不佳时启动的正式程序，可能导致警告或解雇。你通常有权提前被告知问题，并有权带人陪同出席。
Example conversation
A: I've been called to a disciplinary meeting.
B: You can bring a colleague or union rep — don't go in alone.
A：我被叫去参加纪律处分会议。
B：你可以带同事或工会代表——别一个人去。
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