Japanese

しごと
Meaning: work, job, occupation, task
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

仕
事

Example sentences

I'm looking for a new job.
仕事はどうですか
How is work?
明日から新しい仕事を始める
I will start a new job from tomorrow.
父は夜遅くに仕事から帰ってきた。
My father came back from work late at night.
彼の仕事に対する態度は非常に真面目だ。
His attitude toward work is very serious.
彼は自ら進んで困難な仕事を引き受けた。
He personally volunteered for the difficult job.
さすがプロの仕事は違う。
As expected, the work of a professional is different.
最近は仕事が忙しくて、なかなか休みが取れない。
I've been busy with work lately, and I can't quite take a break.
先輩に仕事のやり方を教わった。
I was taught how to do the job by my senior.
お父さんは毎日仕事に行きます。
Father goes to work every day.

Usage Notes

Refers to both one's occupation/employment and tasks or duties to be performed. Can mean a specific task or general work. Often used with する to form the verb 'to work'. Common in both professional and casual contexts.

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