In charge Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈtʃɑɹdʒ
in-CHARJ
ˈɪn/ /t͡ʃɑːd͡ʒ
in-CHAHJ
Definition
Being the person who has control or responsibility over something or someone. It often means you lead, manage, or are the main decision-maker for a situation, group, or task.
Usage & Nuances
'In charge' is informal to neutral. Common with 'of' as in 'in charge of the team.' Not always an official title—can mean temporary or practical responsibility. Be careful not to confuse with 'in control', which can mean having power but not responsibility.
Spanish: a cargo - encargado(a) - responsablePortuguese (BR): no comando - responsávelPortuguese (PT): responsável - encarregado(a)Chinese (Simplified): 负责Chinese (Traditional): 負責Hindi: प्रभारीArabic: مسؤول (عن)Bengali: দায়িত্বে - দায়িত্বপ্রাপ্তRussian: ответственный - глава - руководящийJapanese: 担当 - 責任者Vietnamese: phụ trách - chịu trách nhiệmKorean: 책임자 - 담당Turkish: sorumlu - yetkiliUrdu: ذمہ دار - انچارجIndonesian: bertanggung jawab - penanggung jawab
Example Sentences
Who is in charge here?
basic
She is in charge of the project.
basic
You will be in charge while I am away.
basic
Don't worry, Tom's in charge tonight.
natural
Who's in charge of cleaning up after the party?
natural
For this event, Sarah's in charge, so ask her if you have questions.
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