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职 is the simplified form of traditional 職. It is a phono-semantic compound: the radical 耳 (ear) on the left conveys the idea of listening or hearing, while the component 只 on the right gives the sound. The original meaning referred to the duties of ancient scribes or officials, who had to listen attentively to decrees and record them precisely. Over time, this specific official duty broadened to encompass any occupation, job, official post, or the responsibilities tied to a role.
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这是我的新职业。
他在公司任职。
我们需要尽职尽责。
这个职位要求很高。
她辞职去了国外。
职业道德非常重要。
他在职场中表现出色。
职工们正在讨论新政策。
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