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上任
shàngrèn
Description
这个词的意思是开始做一个新的工作，特别是重要的职位。
This word means to start a new job, especially an important position.
新经理下个星期就要上任了。
The new manager will take office next week.
Meanings
上任shàngrèn
to take up an official post; assume office
他刚上任，就开始工作了。
He started working as soon as he took office.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
上 (to go up/start) + 任 (post, duty), so "to start a duty."
- Nuance
usually used for officials or managers taking a formal position, not casual jobs.
In videos
“在我上任之前 老早就存在了”
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