携わる

• Reading: たずさわる
• Romaji: tazusawaru
• Kanji breakdown: 携 (kei/tazusa) — carry, portable, engage in
• Pronunciation: /ta.zɯ.sa.wa.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To be involved in; to engage in; to participate in work or a project.

A Group 1 (godan) intransitive verb used to describe professional involvement in work, projects, or fields. More formal than 関わる, and implies hands-on, dedicated participation rather than peripheral involvement. Frequently used in resumes, interviews, and professional introductions to describe one's career activities.

Examples

1. 長年教育に携わってきた経験がある。 I have years of experience working in education.
2. この研究に携わることができて光栄です。 I'm honored to be involved in this research.
3. 彼女は医療の現場に携わっている。 She works on the front lines of healthcare.

Usage Guide

Context: career, academic, professional introductions

Tone: professional

Origin & History

From the kanji 携 (carry in hand, portable), combining 扌 (hand) with a phonetic element. The original meaning of carrying something in hand evolved to mean engaging closely and personally with work.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Adults

Social background: Professional