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任职 (rènzhí) - use 出任 when emphasizing the act of assuming a position, while 任职 focuses more on the status of holding that position.
Be cautious as '出任' is more formal and should not be used in casual conversations. Common collocations include '出任经理' (to take up the position of manager) or '出任职务' (to take up a post). Ensure correct tone usage, as mispronunciation can change meaning.
Though '出任' is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be connected to HSK level 4 terms related to employment and positions. Focus on understanding the components of the word and practice using it in sentences about job roles.
Learners often confuse '出任' with '任职' (rèn zhí), which also means to hold a position, but is more commonly used. For example, saying '我出任经理' (I take up the position of manager) can be correct, but using '任职' is more natural in daily conversation.
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How to say to take up a post in Chinese
“to take up a post” in Chinese is出任
出任 (chū rèn) means to take up a post or to assume a new job position. It is commonly used in formal contexts, especially in business or governmental settings, to describe someone officially starting a role or responsibility.
When to use 出任
Be cautious as '出任' is more formal and should not be used in casual conversations. Common collocations include '出任经理' (to take up the position of manager) or '出任职务' (to take up a post). Ensure correct tone usage, as mispronunciation can change meaning.
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任职 (rènzhí) - use 出任 when emphasizing the act of assuming a position, while 任职 focuses more on the status of holding that position.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '出任' with '任职' (rèn zhí), which also means to hold a position, but is more commonly used. For example, saying '我出任经理' (I take up the position of manager) can be correct, but using '任职' is more natural in daily conversation.
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