彼は会社で高い地位に就いている。
He holds a high position in the company.
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After graduating from university, he took a job at a local bank.
彼は長年、社長の座に就いている。
He has held the position of president for many years.
彼は社内で高位に就いている。
He occupies a high position within the company.
彼は新しい役職に就いたばかりだ。
He has just taken on a new post.
彼は若くして重要なポストに就いた。
He was appointed to an important post at a young age.
社長は不祥事について深く陳謝した
The president deeply apologized regarding the scandal.
歴史家たちはその王朝の正閏について議論した
Historians debated the legitimacy of that dynasty.
名ばかりの役職に就いても、実力が伴わなければ陶犬瓦鶏に過ぎない。
Even if one takes a position in name only, if they don't have the actual ability, it's nothing more than a 'ceramic dog and tile rooster'.
前任者の素晴らしい業績の後に私が就くのは、狗尾続貂のそしりを免れないだろう。
For me to succeed after my predecessor's brilliant achievements would surely invite the criticism of being an 'unworthy successor'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for taking a professional position, entering a role, or starting a journey.
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