man4 zik1文職文职
Jyutpingman4 zik1
Yalemàhn jīk
Definition
An administrative, managerial, or desk job.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to office based administrative or clerical roles as opposed to manual labor or frontline service positions. It carries a connotation of stability and indoor work, often contrasted with blue collar jobs. People use it to describe the nature of their work environment rather than the specific job title.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 文員, which specifically refers to a clerk or administrative assistant. 文職 is a broader category describing the type of job, whereas 文員 is a specific job title.
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Grammar guides
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