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“setting to work” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajichakushu

Example

すぐに問題の解決に着手します。su gu ni mon dai no kai ketsu ni chaku shu shi ma su

We will set to work on solving the problem right away.

Illustration for 着手 (setting to work)

How to say “setting to work” in Japanese

“Setting to work” in Japanese is 着手 (chakushu).

Describes beginning a task by actively turning one's attention and effort toward it.

Full entry for 着手: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 着手

安全を確認してから、工事に着手します。an zen o kaku nin shi te ka ra kō ji ni chaku shu shi ma su

We will start construction after confirming safety.

Tips for using 着手

  • In formal Japanese, 着手 (chakushu) often marks the official start of work on a project, while everyday speech more often uses 始める (hajimeru).

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