仕事
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Base noun form. Refers to one's job, occupation, or employment. Can be used in phrases like 『仕事をする』 (shigoto o suru, 'to do work').
Theme
At a café, User meets their friend Aya, who asks about User's recent job search or work situation.
仕事
しごと
work / job / occupation / employment
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'she' (しごと shigoto sounds like 'she-go-to') going to her job every day — 'She goes to work' → 仕事 (shigoto, 'work / Job').
Cultural Note
In Japan, work culture is often characterized by long hours and strong dedication. People commonly use 『お仕事は何ですか？』 (oshigoto wa nan desu ka?, 'What is your job?') in polite conversation to ask about someone's occupation.
Forms
Base: 仕事Base noun form. Refers to one's job, occupation, or employment. Can be used in phrases like 『仕事をする』 (shigoto o suru, 'to do work').