No. 1,061 in Japanese
役割
"Role" or "function."
In a sentence
彼の役割はチームを指導することです。
His role is to lead the team.
In this sentence, '役割' refers to the person's designated function or responsibility within the context of a group activity, emphasizing task assignment.
役割を果たすことは重要です。
Fulfilling one's role is important.
Here, '役割' signifies the expected duties or responsibilities that one should perform within a larger framework, highlighting the importance of meeting expectations.
ゲームでは各キャラクターには特有の役割があります。
In the game, each character has a unique role.
In this context, '役割' indicates the specific niche or purpose assigned to each character within the game's mechanics, emphasizing individuality within group dynamics.
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