Korean · Work & Business
사장
sajang
Boss / CEO
Beginnernoun
Definition
The head of a company.
Example
사장님이 직원들에게 잘해 주세요.
The boss treats the employees well.
Etymology
'사장' (sajang) derives from '사' (sa, meaning 'to be') and '장' (jang, meaning 'chief or leader'). This term has historical roots in the hierarchical nature of Korean workplaces.
How & Where It’s Used
'사장' is typically used in formal contexts to refer to a business owner or CEO. It is common in both spoken and written language in discussions of business leadership.