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VocabJLPT N4

responsibility

Noun

Definitions

1. duty
2. responsibility (incl. supervision of staff)
3. liability
4. Moral responsibility

This noun refers to responsibility or duty, meaning the obligation one has for their actions or role. It is often used in contexts involving accountability, such as taking responsibility for a mistake or fulfilling one's duties in a job or social role.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Honestly, I kind of just want to run away from all this responsibility...

Sentence 2

Not checking first — that's on me.

Sentence 3

Explaining things properly is part of being a parent too.

Sentence 4

If something goes wrong, who's going to take responsibility?

Sentence 5

Please be assured that you bear no responsibility in this matter.