Shuunin

JLPT N2

就任 (Shuunin) is a Japanese noun meaning “assumption (of office), taking up (a post), inauguration, installation”.

Meanings

  1. noun, suru verb, intransitive verbassumption (of office); taking up (a post); inauguration; installation

Examples

  • He took office two years ago.

  • He was inaugurated as President.

  • He was sworn in as mayor.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).

Kanji in 就任

concerningresponsibility

Related words

to leave (a matter, decision, etc. to someone)dutyaboutperson in chargefinding employmentto entrust (to someone)dutyobligationbeing in charge of (esp. a class or subject)person in charge (including a supervisory role for other staff)job huntingirresponsibility