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Note
A 部長 is responsible for overseeing an entire department within the company. This position typically involves managing multiple sections or teams within the department and making strategic decisions that align with the company’s broader goals.
A 部長 ranks above a 課長.
Breakdown of buchou
long
長
The stick needs three clothes to be covered. It's long.
part
部
Stand up and open your mouth against the wall to get your part.
Usages of buchou
新しい 部長 が 今月 から 働き 始めました。atarashii buchou ga kongetsu kara hataraki hajimemashita.
The new department manager started working this month.
部長 と 昼ご飯 を する 予定 です。buchou to hirugohan o suru yotei desu.
I have plans to have lunch with the department manager.
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