就くつく Common Godan Intransitive English jmdict 1 Godan verb with 'ku' ending intransitive verb only applies to 就く to take (seat, position, course, office, etc.);to assume;to be hired;to be employed See also: 付く (つく) 友人の好意で職に就くことができた。 I was able to get a job through the good offices of my friend. 2 Godan verb with 'ku' ending intransitive verb to ascend (the throne);to accede 1603年、ジェームズ一世が政権の座についたとき、フットボールは再び許可されたのです。 In 1603, when King James I came into power, football was allowed again. 3 Godan verb with 'ku' ending intransitive verb only applies to 就く to start (on a journey);to commence;to depart 私たちは家路についた。 We set out for home. 4 Godan verb with 'ku' ending intransitive verb only applies to 就く to study (under teacher);to be an apprentice Other forms 即く 【つく】