(めんせつかん)

めんせつかん
noun
interviewer; interview examiner
workperson
1. interviewer; interview examiner
The person who conducts an interview, typically in job recruitment or academic admissions contexts.
面接官(めんせつかん)質問(しつもん)された
I was asked a question by the interviewer.
The impression of the interviewer was very good.
There were three interviewers, and each asked questions from a different angle.

Usage

The (かん) suffix indicates a person in an official role. Used in job interview and university entrance exam contexts. The person being interviewed is 面接者(めんせつしゃ) or 受験者(じゅけんしゃ).

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 試験官(しけんかん): examiner — for written or practical exams
  • 審査員(しんさいん): judge, evaluator — broader judging contexts