Definition
就任 (jiù rèn) is a formal, written verb meaning 'to take office' or 'to assume a post,' typically used with a specific title (e.g., 就任总统). It is more formal and focused on the ceremonial assumption of a high-level role compared to 就职 (slightly broader). 上任 emphasizes the start of a post, 任职 refers to holding a post over time, and 上台 is more colloquial and often political.
verb
to take officeto assume a post
Examples
- 就任。Tā jiù rèn zǒngtǒng hòu lìjí tuīxíng gǎigé.He immediately pushed for reforms after taking office as president.
- 就任。Xīn bùzhǎng jiāng yú xià zhōuyī jiù rèn.The new minister will assume office next Monday.
- 就任。Zhè wèi jiàoshòu jiù rèn xìzhǔrèn yǐ yǒu wǔ nián.This professor has been the department head for five years.
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