異業種
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Meanings
1
different industry; different type of business
Refers to a business sector or occupation that is different from the one being compared. Often used in contexts like career changes, business diversification, or cross-industry collaboration.
He is considering changing jobs to a different industry.
I attended a cross-industry networking event and got hints for a new business.
Usage patterns
- 異業種に参入するfor a company to enter a different industry
The electronics maker entered a different industry.
- 〈人〉が異業種へ転職するfor someone to change careers into a different industry
He changed careers from a sales job into a different industry.