Translation guide
In Japanese, 'day shift' is commonly expressed as 日勤 (にっきん) in workplace contexts, or more casually as 昼のシフト (ひるのシフト). The specific term depends on formality and context.
Referring to a scheduled work period during the day, as opposed to night or evening shifts.
Standard term for 'day shift' in employment contexts, used in schedules and official settings.
今週は日勤です。
I'm on the day shift this week.
日勤と夜勤の交代制です。
It's a rotating system of day and night shifts.
More casual way to say 'day shift', often used in part-time or service industry jobs.
明日は昼のシフトが入ってる。
I have a day shift tomorrow.
Less common synonym for 日勤, sometimes used in specific industries.
昼勤の従業員を募集しています。
We are hiring employees for the day shift.
日勤 is the formal, standard term used in contracts and official schedules. 昼のシフト is more conversational and common in part-time jobs. Use 日勤 in professional settings.