退職
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Noun meaning retirement, specifically from a job or office. Used in contexts like 『退職する』 (taishoku suru, 'to retire') as a suru-verb. Example: 『彼は退職しました』 (kare wa taishoku shimashita, 'He retired.').
Theme
At a company farewell party, User chats with their senior colleague, Mr. Yamamoto, who is retiring after many years of service.
退職
たいしょく
retirement (from office)
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Imagine an employee leaving the office for the last time, saying 'taishoku' (退職) — it sounds like 'tie shock' because retiring can be a shocking change from work ties! 'Tie shock' → 退職 (taishoku, 'retirement').
Cultural Note
In Japan, retirement age is often around 60-65, and companies may hold farewell ceremonies called 『送別会』 (soubetsukai, 'farewell party') for retiring employees. Retirement is seen as a major life transition, and many people plan for activities like travel or hobbies post-retirement.
Forms
Base: 退職Noun meaning retirement, specifically from a job or office. Used in contexts like 『退職する』 (taishoku suru, 'to retire') as a suru-verb. Example: 『彼は退職しました』 (kare wa taishoku shimashita, 'He retired.').