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勤める
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 勤める.
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Entry
1
Usu. 勤める
to work (for); to be employed (at); to serve (in)
Examples
私の父は外務省に勤めている。
My father serves in the Foreign Ministry.
2
Usu. 務める
to serve (as); to act (as); to fill (the position of); to play the role (of)
Examples
彼女は結婚式で花嫁の付き添い役をつとめた。
She was a bridesmaid at the wedding.
3
Usu. 勤める
to conduct a religious service
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