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努める つとめる N2

  1. to be committed (to doing); to devote oneself; to endeavor (to do); to endeavour; to exert oneself; to make an effort; to strive; to try hard; to work hard

勤める つとめる N5

  1. to be employed (at); to serve (in); to work (for)
  2. to act (as); to fill (the position of); to play the role (of); to serve (as)
  3. to conduct a religious service
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