Meaning
"I'm responsible for"는 영어에서 자신이 맡고 있는 업무나 역할을 설명할 때 사용하는 표현입니다. 이 표현은 특정한 일이나 임무에 대한 책임이 자신에게 있음을 나타냅니다.
예를 들어, "I'm responsible for managing the project"라고 하면, "저는 그 프로젝트를 관리하는 책임이 있습니다"라는 의미가 됩니다. 이 표현은 일상적인 대화와 비즈니스 환경 모두에서 자주 사용됩니다.
주로 직장에서 자신의 역할을 설명할 때, 또는 어떤 일이 잘못되었을 때 그에 대한 책임을 지는 상황에서 사용할 수 있습니다. 이 표현을 사용함으로써 자신의 책임 영역을 명확히 하고, 그에 대한 책임감을 드러낼 수 있습니다.
문장을 구성할 때는 "I'm responsible for" 뒤에 구체적인 역할이나 업무를 덧붙이면 됩니다. 예를 들어, "I'm responsible for customer service"는 "고객 서비스 담당"이라는 뜻이 됩니다.
이와 같이 "I'm responsible for"는 자신의 책임 범위를 명확히 하고, 업무나 역할을 구체적으로 설명할 때 유용한 표현입니다.
Today's Sentences
- I’m responsible for my health.
- I’m responsible for loving myself.
- I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
- I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
- I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
- Writer's Note
01
I’m responsible for my health.
Situation 1
Welcome back to work!
How are you feeling?
기분이 어떠신가요?
I’m doing much better.
How long were you in the hospital?
I was there for a week.
I realized I’m responsible for my health.
저는 제 건강에 책임이 있다는 것을 깨달았습니다.
Situation 2
I’m so glad that you’re feeling better.
Me too.
I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m responsible for my health.
나는 내 건강에 대한 책임이 나에게 있다는 결론에 도달했어.
I agree.
We all need to take care of ourselves.
우리 모두는 스스로를 돌봐야 합니다.
I’m gonna try to feed my body with regular exercise and healthy eating.
02
I’m responsible for loving myself.
Situation 1
I’m cutting out the toxic people in my life.
Why have you suddenly set boundaries?
Well, I’m responsible for loving myself.
And when I’m around people who criticize me I find I become very negative.
그리고 저를 비판하는 사람들 사이에 있을 때, 저는 매우 부정적이게 되는 것을 발견합니다.
Good for you.
I’m glad you took initiative to put yourself first.
당신이 스스로를 우선시하기로 한 결정을 기쁘게 생각해요.
Situation 2
I don’t know why people are so judgmental.
It’s part of modern society and probably because people compare themselves to others.
Well, I believe that I’m responsible for loving myself.
That’s very wise of you to focus on yourself and your strengths.
03
I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
Situation 1
Why did you give your pet up for adoption?
I know that I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
And love isn’t always enough.
그리고 사랑만으로는 항상 충분하지 않습니다.
I understand.
The hospital expenses were too much for me.
Situation 2
Did you go to the vet yesterday?
I finally did.
I thought she would get better naturally but I realized I’m responsible for caring for my pet.
저는 그녀가 자연스럽게 나아질 것이라고 생각했지만, 제 반려동물을 돌보는 것은 제 책임이라는 것을 깨달았어요.
I agree.
Sometimes going to see the vet earlier is a lot less costly.
때로는 수의사를 일찍 찾아가는 것이 훨씬 덜 비용이 들기도 합니다.
I’m glad that I did.
It seems like she’ll be just fine.
그녀는 괜찮을 것 같아요.
04
I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
Situation 1
Why should I obey the law?
It gives you the benefits of being protected by higher powers of the country.
I guess I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
I just wonder why I have to obey but politicians get to lie and cheat.
하지만 왜 제가 규칙을 지켜야 하고 정치인들은 거짓말하고 속일 수 있는 건지 궁금해요.
I understand your frustration.
But you should always lead an honest and law abiding life.
하지만 항상 정직하고 법을 준수하는 삶을 살아야 합니다.
Situation 2
People are so greedy in our society.
It’s all about showing off.
모두가 자랑하는 것에만 신경을 씁니다.
I’m sure uploading on social media doesn’t help either.
But I think I’m responsible for being an honest citizen.
Regardless of the lies and corruption.
거짓말과 부패에 상관없이.
I’m proud that you think that way.
05
I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
Situation 1
I think I need a second job.
Why?
I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
I need some extra income.
추가 수입이 필요합니다.
The things we do for love.
Your family is very lucky to have you.
당신의 가족은 당신이 있어서 정말 행운이에요.
Situation 2
What kind of obligations do you have?
Well, I’m responsible for taking care of my family.
Me too.
That’s a big one for me.
그것은 저에게 매우 중요한 문제입니다.
But I believe that part of that responsibility is to be a happy and healthy individual too.
Self care is just as important as taking care of your family.
자기 관리는 가족을 돌보는 것만큼이나 중요합니다.
Writer's Note
Did you know that "responsible" is usually followed by the preposition "for". Let's go over it together!
When the adjective "responsible" is used to describe a person or thing that caused something, or that has the job of managing something, it is followed by the preposition "for".
- The teachers are responsible for educating, supporting, and coaching the students to perform at their best.
- The CEO is responsible for making major corporate decisions and communicate with the board of directors.
- He is responsible for developing strategies and research marketing trends for the project.
- The music therapist is responsible for preparing material for the senior groups she works with.
When "responsible" is used to mean capable, reliable or trustworthy, and no preposition is used.
- She is a very responsible employee.
- We're responsible in the development of healthy food concepts.
- We like to encourage responsible behavior at this facility.
- I'm not sure if he is responsible enough to limit his own screen time.
- Do you think he's responsible enough to care for a pet?