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VocabJLPT N3
to work (for)
Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to work (for)
  2. 2. to be employed (at)
  3. 3. to serve (as)
  4. 4. to conduct a religious service
This verb means to work at a company or organization, similar to saying "to be employed at" a place. It can also mean to serve in a role or fulfill a function, and is often seen in formal contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

How long have you been working at that shop?

Sentence 2

Why does she keep working at that company, I wonder?

Sentence 3

Even if things go wrong, I have no choice but to go back to work tomorrow.

Sentence 4

The moment I decided to stay at my current company, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders!

Sentence 5

I was surprised to find out a friend of mine works in the same building.