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Usages of начальник
Начальник сказал, чтобы мы пришли на встречу вовремя.
The boss told us to come to the meeting on time.
Мой начальник редко задерживается после работы.
My boss rarely stays late after work.
Теперь у меня серьёзный разговор с начальником, и мне немного страшно.
Now I have a serious conversation with my boss, and I am a bit scared.
Иногда начальник позволяет сотрудникам уходить домой раньше.
Sometimes the boss allows the employees to go home earlier.
Наш новый начальник очень ответственный и всегда приходит вовремя.
Our new boss is very responsible and always comes on time.
В будни я то работаю дома, то езжу в офис, как решит начальник.
On weekdays I either work at home or go to the office, depending on what the boss decides.
Test yourself: What does начальник mean?
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