Japanese word

昇進

Pronunciation

Romajishōshin

Meaning

  • nounpromotion

Example

彼は今年、昇進しました。kare wa kotoshi shō shin shi ma shi ta

He was promoted this year.

Illustration for 昇進 (promotion)

More examples

彼女は実力で昇進を勝ち取りました。kano jo wa jitsu ryoku de shō shin o ka chi to ri ma shi ta

She earned her promotion through her ability.

Core concept

Describes moving to a higher position in an organization, usually with greater responsibility and authority.

Common phrases

  • 昇進するshō shin su ru

    be promoted

  • 昇進を目指すshō shin o me za su

    aim for a promotion

  • 昇進の機会shō shin no ki kai

    opportunity for promotion

Similar words

昇格shōkaku: Movement to a higher rank or grade within an organization or system.
昇任shōnin: Appointment to a higher official position with greater responsibility.
出世shusse: Advancement in a career or in social standing, often through higher positions.

Definition in Japanese

会社などで地位や役職が上がること。kai sha na do de chi i ya yaku shoku ga a ga ru ko to

Word origin

昇進 (shōshin, "promotion") combines 昇 (shō, "rise") and 進 (shin, "advance") to express movement to a higher rank.

Usage tips

  • In English, promotion can also mean advertising or a sales campaign, but 昇進 (shōshin) refers specifically to a person's advancement in rank or position.

Other meanings

  • advancementnoun

Opposites

  • 降格kōkakudemotionnoun

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