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Note
The 課長 is responsible for managing a specific section or team within a department. This role involves overseeing the daily operations of the team, guiding staff, and ensuring that the team's objectives align with the department’s overall strategy.
Breakdown of kachou
long
長
The stick needs three clothes to be covered. It's long.
section
課
In every section, words bear the fruits of knowledge.
Usages of kachou
課長 は 英語 が 話せます。kachou wa eigo ga hanasemasu.
The section chief can speak English.
彼 は 課長 に 上がった。kare wa kachou ni agatta.
He was promoted to section chief.
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