VocabJLPT N3
chief
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. head
  2. 2. chief
  3. 3. merit
  4. 4. superiority
A suffix or standalone noun meaning the head, chief, or leader of an organization or group. It is commonly attached to organization names to indicate who is in charge, such as the head of a department or a club president.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm starting to wonder if I'm really cut out to be the head of this.

Sentence 2

I wonder if I'll ever be a leader someday.

Sentence 3

"Hey, is the head really that scary?" my little sister asked.

Sentence 4

The contact sheet says "approval from the head is required."

Sentence 5

Keep it together — don't say anything unnecessary in front of the head.