Chinese
cóngyè
Meaning: to be engaged in an occupation; to work in a profession
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

從業
從
業
从业
从
业

Example sentences

He has been in the medical profession for many years and is very experienced.
身為法律從業者,他的職責是伸張正義。
身为法律从业者,他的职责是伸张正义。
As a legal professional, his duty is to uphold justice.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal contexts to describe someone's career or professional history.

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