This is the 838th most frequent Korean word.
차지하는
"Taking up" or "occupying."
Here, '차지하는' is used to denote occupying or holding a portion (in this case, half) of something abstract, like a market share.
이 회사는 시장의 절반을 차지하는 규모 있는 기업입니다.
This company is a substantial entity that occupies half of the market.
In this context, '차지하는' signifies taking on or assuming a role or position that holds significance.
그는 그룹에서 중요한 역할을 차지하는 리더입니다.
He is a leader who takes on an important role within the group.
In this use, '차지하는' describes occupying space physically, such as belongings taking up space in a room.