trial period / probation

[Verona_82]

Hello,

I'd be very grateful if someone could explain to me what the difference between "trial period" and 'probation" is (when talking about a period of time when you're watched to see if you'tre suitable for your new position). Which is more common?

Thank you.

[bhaisahab]

Hello,

I'd be very grateful if someone could explain to me what the difference between "trial period" and 'probation" is (when talking about a period of time when you're watched to see if you'tre suitable for your new position). Which is more common?

Thank you.

I'd say "trial period" is more common.

[Verona_82]

Thank you! If so, how should I refer to it? Are the following sentences fine?

(1) I'm working a trial period.
(2) I'm into my trial period
(3) I'm having (?) a trial period.

[Verona_82]

Silence gives consent. I'll consider them OK.

[Tdol]

I'd use I'm working/doing my trial/probationary period.

[Verona_82]

Thank you