Japanese

じしょく
Meaning: resignation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

辞
職

Example sentences

The minister resigned over corruption allegations.
彼は失敗の責任を取って辞職した。
He took responsibility for the failure and resigned.
彼の突然の辞職は、会社にとって大きな打撃となった。
His sudden resignation was a big blow to the company.
彼は辞職する意向を明らかにしました。
He made clear his intention to resign.
周囲の期待に反して、彼は辞職した。
Contrary to the expectations of those around him, he resigned.
彼は失態の責任を取って辞職した。
He resigned to take responsibility for his blunder.
リーダーが辞職したことで、そのプロジェクトの今後が宙に浮いた。
With the leader's resignation, the future of the project was left in limbo.
彼は辞職を勧告された。
He was advised to resign.
上司は彼の辞職を慰留した
The boss persuaded him to stay (dissuaded his resignation).
過去の過ちに対して、辞職することでけじめを付けた。
He settled the matter regarding his past mistakes by resigning.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of voluntarily leaving one's job or position, often used for public officials or high-ranking employees.

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