Meaning and Usage
The kanji 職 primarily refers to a job, employment, or position. It is often used in formal or written contexts to talk about work or professional roles.
Common Collocations
- 職を探す (しょくをさがす): to look for a job
- 職に就く (しょくにつく): to take up a position
- 職業 (しょくぎょう): occupation, profession
Usage Notes
When using 職, the nuance is often about the role or position itself rather than the act of working. It is more formal than words like 仕事 (しごと), which can mean work or task in a broader sense. Learners should avoid confusing 職 with 仕事; 職 focuses on the job or position, while 仕事 can refer to tasks or work in general.
Register and Politeness
職 is neutral to formal and commonly found in written language, job advertisements, and official documents. It is less common in casual conversation unless discussing employment specifically.