What does the Eiken word "assign" mean?

The Eiken word "assign" (verb (動詞)) means "割り当てる、課す". It is an essential term for the Eiken exam.

Can you give a practice example for "assign"?

Yes, a practical example is: "The teacher will assign homework for the weekend." which translates in Japanese as "先生は週末の宿題を割り当てるでしょう。".

Eiken Grade 2

verb (動詞)

assign

💡 Usage & Nuance: 仕事や役割などを人に「割り当てる」ときに使う動詞です。Eikenでは受動態で使われることも多いです。

The teacher will assign homework for the weekend.

先生は週末の宿題を割り当てるでしょう。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "assign"

Each student was _______ a specific task for the group project.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: グループプロジェクトで各生徒に特定のタスクが「割り当てられた」という受動態の文脈で使われます。
English: In the context of a group project, each student was 'assigned' a specific task.

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