Korean word

주임

Pronunciation

Romanizationchuim

Meaning

  • nounsupervisor

Example

저는 주임입니다.cheo neun chu i mim ni da

I am the supervisor.

Illustration for 주임 (supervisor)

More examples

급한 일은 우리 주임에게 먼저 연락하세요.keu pan i reun u ri chu i me ge meon jeo yeol la ka se yo

For urgent matters, please contact our supervisor first.

Core concept

A person who takes primary responsibility for a particular kind of work.

Common phrases

  • 우리 주임u ri chu im

    our supervisor

  • 주임 연락처chu im yeol lak cheo

    supervisor's contact information

Similar words

사원sawon: A regular company employee who carries out assigned daily duties.
대리taeri: An intermediate company rank for handling practical work under a superior's direction.
과장kwajang: A department manager who organizes work and oversees employees.
팀장timjang: A team leader who coordinates work and guides team members toward shared goals.

Definition in Korean

어떤 업무의 책임자로서 그 업무를 주로 담당하는 직위나 그 직위에 있는 사람.eo tteon eom mu ui chae gim ja ro seo keu eom mu reul chu ro tam dang ha neun chi gwi na keu chi gwi e in neun sa ram

Word origin

The Sino-Korean title 주임 (juim, "supervisor") combines elements meaning "main" and "duty," reflecting responsibility for a particular area of work.

Usage tips

  • Unlike supervisor in English, this title does not always mean that the person manages other employees, so the work area often clarifies the role.

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