Definition
担任 (dān rèn) means 'to serve as' or 'to hold' a specific formal position or office, like a manager or principal. It is more specific to official posts than 充当 (chōng dāng 'to act as'), which can be for any role, and 担当 (dān dāng 'to take on'), which focuses on responsibilities rather than titles. 主持 (zhǔ chí) is used for hosting events or chairing meetings, not for holding a position.
verb
to serve asto hold (a position, office, or role)
Examples
- 担任。Tā dān rèn gōngsī de zǒng jīnglǐ.He serves as the general manager of the company.
- 担任？Shéi néng dān rèn zhège zhíwèi?Who can hold this position?
- 担任。Tā céngjīng dān rèn guò xiàozhǎng.She once served as the school principal.
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