就く
Meanings
Godan verb
Intransitive verb
1. to take (seat, position, course, office, etc.); to assume; to be hired; to be employed
2. to ascend (the throne); to accede
3. to start (on a journey); to commence; to depart
4. to study (under teacher); to be an apprentice
Other spellings
即く
Kanji used
Kanji in other spellings
Pitch accent
つく
つく
Examples58
私たち
We set out for home.
友人
I was able to get a job through the good offices of my friend.
１６０３
In 1603, when King James I came into power, football was allowed again.
選手
All the players were in position.
私
I want to be at the top of the company.
彼女
She gained a position of responsibility in the firm.