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就く
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 就く.
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1
就く only
to take (seat, position, course, office, etc.); to assume; to be hired; to be employed
Examples
友人の好意で職に就くことができた。
I was able to get a job through the good offices of my friend.
2
to ascend (the throne); to accede
Examples
１６０３年、ジェームズ一世が政権の座についたとき、フットボールは再び許可されたのです。
In 1603, when King James I came into power, football was allowed again.
3
就く only
to start (on a journey); to commence; to depart
Examples
私たちは家路についた。
We set out for home.
4
就く only
to study (under teacher); to be an apprentice
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