駐在

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 駐在 is read as ちゅうざい and is a noun and する verb for being stationed in a particular region or organization for work.
• Basic usage: The posting site appears in 支店に駐在する, and duration in 三年間駐在する.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Difference from 常駐
  • 常駐 emphasizes continuous on-site presence; 駐在 readily describes a posting to another location or office.
• Assignment versus permanent settlement
  • The word centers on a work assignment and does not by itself imply permanent residence.