公務員
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Base noun form. Compound of 『公』 (kou, 'public'), 『務』 (mu, 'duty'), and 『員』 (in, 'member'). Refers to someone employed by the government to perform public duties.
Theme

At a community event, User talks with Yoshida, a local government worker, about his job.

公務員

こうむいん

government worker / public servant

People & IdentityOccupations & Roles

Memory Hook

Think of a 'public servant' who works for the 'government' — 'Koumuin' sounds like 'commune in', as in serving the community. 'Commune in' → 公務員 (koumuin, 'government worker').

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『公務員』 (koumuin, 'government worker') is a respected and stable career path, often associated with job security and benefits. Many people aspire to become public servants, and entrance exams for these positions are highly competitive.

Forms

Base: 公務員Base noun form. Compound of 『公』 (kou, 'public'), 『務』 (mu, 'duty'), and 『員』 (in, 'member'). Refers to someone employed by the government to perform public duties.