就く
Common
Godan
Intransitive
1
Godan verb with 'ku' endingintransitive verb
only applies to
就く
to take (seat, position, course, office, etc.);to assume;to be hired;to be employed
See also:
付く (つく)
友人の好意で職に就くことができた。
I was able to get a job through the good offices of my friend.
2
Godan verb with 'ku' endingintransitive verb
to ascend (the throne);to accede
１６０３年、ジェームズ一世が政権の座についたとき、フットボールは再び許可されたのです。
In 1603, when King James I came into power, football was allowed again.
3
Godan verb with 'ku' endingintransitive verb
only applies to
就く
to start (on a journey);to commence;to depart
私たちは家路についた。
We set out for home.
4
Godan verb with 'ku' endingintransitive verb
only applies to
就く
to study (under teacher);to be an apprentice
Other forms
即く 【つく】