仕事
English meaning: Work / Job
Definition
Refers to one's work, job, or occupation. Japan has a strong work culture, and phrases like 仕事が大好き (I love work) are common.
Example
“仕事が終わったら電話してください。”
In English: “Please call me when work is finished.”
Another example: “今日は仕事が忙しくて疲れた。”
Usage — When, Where & How
A core everyday noun for work, job or task; read し in compounds. Central to a strong work culture. Used in all registers.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
The term '仕事' (shigoto) can be traced back to the classical Japanese word '仕事' (shigoto), which meant 'to serve' or 'a matter to attend to.' Its usage has evolved to encompass various forms of work and employment.
Common Collocations
- 仕事をする
- 仕事を探す
- 仕事が忙しい
- 仕事に行く
- 仕事帰り
Word Forms
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Literary Heritage
“古池や 蛙飛び込む 水の音”
/Furuike ya / kawazu tobikomu / mizu no oto/
“The old silent pond — a frog jumps into the water — the sound of a splash.”
“この世をば どりゃおいとまと 咲く花に”
/Kono yo o ba / dorya oitoma to / saku hana ni/
“As the blossoms fall, this world bids farewell — saying: now I must go.”
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- Language
- 日本語
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- Kana+Han
- Family
- Japonic
- Speakers
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