What does the TOEIC word "obligation" mean?

The TOEIC word "obligation" (noun (名詞)) means "義務、責務" in Japanese, widely used in business contexts.

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noun (名詞)

obligation

義務、責務

Yes, a typical business example is: "Employees have an obligation to follow company policies." which translates to "従業員には会社の規定に従う義務があります。".

💡 Usage & Nuance: TOEICでは、契約上の義務、職務上の責任、支払い義務など、法的または道徳的な「〜する義務」を指す文脈で頻出します。特にPart 7の契約書や規約でよく見られます。

duty

responsibility

commitment

Employees have an obligation to follow company policies.

従業員には会社の規定に従う義務があります。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "obligation"

It is your legal _______ to pay taxes on time.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 文脈的に「税金を期限内に支払う法的義務」が自然です。
English: Contextually, 'legal obligation to pay taxes' is appropriate.

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