つと
Meanings
Verb (1-dan, transitive)
1. to work (for); to be employed (at); to serve (in)
usu. 勤める
2. to serve (as); to act (as); to fill (the position of); to play the role (of)
usu. 務める
3. to conduct a religious service
usu. 勤める
Kanji used
perform a task
Pitch accent
とめ
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Examples (9 in total)
He served as mayor.
I acted as a simultaneous interpreter.
My older sister will be the bridesmaid.
He served as chairman for three years.
I'll act as a guide for you.
I acted as interpreter at the meeting.
The students assisted the professor in the investigation.
In all likelihood, the president will serve a second term.
He served a ten-year prison term.