従事する

• Reading: じゅうじする
• Romaji: juujisuru
• Kanji breakdown: 従 (juu/shitaga) — follow, obey; 事 (ji/koto) — matter, affair
• Pronunciation: /dʑɯː.dʑi.sɯ.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To engage in; to be involved in work or an activity. To devote oneself to a pursuit or occupation.

A formal suru verb meaning to be engaged in or to pursue a particular line of work, research, or activity. More formal than 働く (to work) or やる (to do), it is used in resumes, official documents, and news articles. Takes the particle に to mark what one is engaged in.

Examples

1. 彼は十年以上医療に従事している。 He has been working in healthcare for over ten years.
2. 農業に従事する人口が減少している。 The number of people engaged in agriculture is declining.
3. 危険な作業に従事する際は防護具が必要だ。 Protective gear is required when engaging in hazardous work.

Usage Guide

Context: resumes, official documents, news

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 従 (juu, follow/obey) + 事 (ji, matter/affair) + する. Literally 'to follow the matter,' meaning to dedicate oneself to a task or occupation.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal