Chinese
zhíyè
Meaning: occupation; profession; vocation
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

她的職業是老師。
她的职业是老师。
Her profession is a teacher.
她是一位職業婦女。
She is a career woman.
他從小就喜歡踢足球,夢想成爲一名職業球員。
He has liked playing soccer since he was a child and dreams of becoming a professional player.
這場比賽是最高級別的職業賽事。
This competition is a professional event of the highest level.
他對自己的職業生涯做了妥善的規劃。
He has made a proper plan for his professional career.

Usage Notes

Refers to the regular work or business of a person.

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