Definition
就职 (jiù zhí) is a formal verb meaning 'to take office', especially for high-level positions like president or minister. It emphasizes the ceremonial act of assuming a post, often collocating with 仪式 (ceremony). Among similar words, 上任 is more general for any official post, while 任职 means 'to hold a post' (ongoing), and 上岗 is for starting a specific job.
verb
to take officeto assume a post
Easily confused
- 救治jiù zhìsound-aliketo provide critical care; to treat (a critically ill/injured person or a seriously diseased plant)
Examples
- 就职。Xīn zǒngtǒng jiāng yú míngnián jiù zhí.The new president will take office next year.
- 就职。jiù zhí yíshì zài Rénmín Dàhuìtáng jǔxíng.The inauguration ceremony is held at the Great Hall of the People.
- 就职。Tā zuótiān zhèngshì jiù zhí le.He formally took office yesterday.
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