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March 24, 2026
就职(就職)jiùzhí(jiu4zhi2)
就职 refers to the act of taking office or assuming a post, typically in a professional or formal context. It is commonly used when someone starts a new job or position of authority, indicating their official capacity in that role.
Frequency#11768DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the process of 就职 often involves formal ceremonies, especially for high-ranking officials or government positions, reflecting the importance of hierarchy and respect in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person stepping up to a podium (就) to officially take their role (职) as a leader. The character 就 resembles a person ready to start, and 职 can be thought of as a badge of office, signifying their new position.
Meanings of 就职
jiùzhí(jiu4zhi2)
1to take office
2to assume a post
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About 就职
就职Simplified
就職Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#11768Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 就职
Quick Contrast
就职 (take office) vs 任职 (hold a position) — use 就职 when emphasizing the act of starting a new role, while 任职 focuses on the ongoing status of holding a position.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person stepping up to a podium (就) to officially take their role (职) as a leader. The character 就 resembles a person ready to start, and 职 can be thought of as a badge of office, signifying their new position.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 就职 with other similar terms like 就业, which refers to employment in a broader sense. This term is more formal and is often used in official announcements or ceremonies. Ensure correct tone usage: the first character (就) is pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 就职 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to careers and roles, such as 职业 (profession) and 职责 (responsibility). Focus on using it in complete sentences to describe job transitions or promotions.
Cultural Note
In China, the process of 就职 often involves formal ceremonies, especially for high-ranking officials or government positions, reflecting the importance of hierarchy and respect in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 就业 instead of 就职 when referring to taking a specific job. For instance, saying '我就就业了' should be corrected to '我就职了' to indicate assuming a position.
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Grammar Patterns of 就职
就职 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
她走上前去从即将离职的总统手中接过了____腰带。
She arrived to receive the sash of office from the outgoing president.
Example Sentences for 就职 (5)
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她走上前去从即将离职的总统手中接过了就职腰带。
tā zǒu shàng qián qù cóng jí jiāng lí zhí de zǒng tǒng shǒu zhōng jiē guò le jiù zhí yāo dài。
She arrived to receive the sash of office from the outgoing president.
Soon after the New Year, the new Congress will come to Washington to be sworn in.
Cultural Notes for 就职
🏮Cultural insight
In China, the process of 就职 often involves formal ceremonies, especially for high-ranking officials or government positions, reflecting the importance of hierarchy and respect in Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 就职
You can say '他今天就职于新的公司' (He is starting his position at the new company today).
就职 is typically used for formal positions or roles rather than casual jobs.
It's best to reserve 就职 for formal contexts, as it may sound too serious in casual conversation.
