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就职 (jiùzhí) - use 就任 when emphasizing the formal assumption of a position, while 就职 can imply starting a job without the same formal connotation.
Be careful not to confuse '就任' with more casual expressions like '开始工作' (kāishǐ gōngzuò), which means to start working in a general sense. '就任' is more formal and should be used in official announcements or contexts. The tone of the characters is important; make sure to pronounce '就' with a falling tone (4th tone) and '任' with a falling tone as well.
This term is not specifically listed in the HSK vocabulary, but it can be useful for students at HSK 5 and above who are interested in business or politics. Focus on understanding the context in which this term is used, as well as related terms like '任职' (rèn zhí, to hold a position) and '上任' (shàng rèn, to take office).
Learners often mistakenly use '就任' in informal contexts, such as when discussing everyday jobs. For example, saying '我昨天就任一份工作' (I took office at a job yesterday) is incorrect; instead, use '我昨天开始工作' (I started working yesterday).
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How to say to take office in Chinese
“to take office” in Chinese is就任
The term '就任' (jiù rèn) means to take office or to assume a post, typically in a formal or official capacity. It is commonly used when someone starts a new job, particularly in government, business, or organizations. This phrase emphasizes the transition into a position of authority or responsibility.
When to use 就任
Be careful not to confuse '就任' with more casual expressions like '开始工作' (kāishǐ gōngzuò), which means to start working in a general sense. '就任' is more formal and should be used in official announcements or contexts. The tone of the characters is important; make sure to pronounce '就' with a falling tone (4th tone) and '任' with a falling tone as well.
就任 or something close to it
就职 (jiùzhí) - use 就任 when emphasizing the formal assumption of a position, while 就职 can imply starting a job without the same formal connotation.
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Learners often mistakenly use '就任' in informal contexts, such as when discussing everyday jobs. For example, saying '我昨天就任一份工作' (I took office at a job yesterday) is incorrect; instead, use '我昨天开始工作' (I started working yesterday).
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No, '就任' is typically reserved for formal positions, especially in government or significant organizational roles, rather than casual jobs.
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