retire in German

retire in German is in Pension gehen, in Rente gehen, in den Ruhestand gehen — retire means to leave one's job permanently, usually after reaching a certain age.

retire in German

in Pension gehen

verb

(intransitive) To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

in Rente gehen

verb

(intransitive) To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

in den Ruhestand gehen

verb

(intransitive) To stop working on a permanent basis, usually because of old age or illness.

Karriere beenden

verb

(intransitive, sports) To stop playing their sport and in competitions a sports player.

What does "retire" mean?

verb To leave one's job permanently, usually after reaching a certain age.
"She plans to retire at sixty and travel the world."
verb To withdraw, especially to a quieter or more private place.
"After dinner, the guests retired to the drawing room."
verb To go to bed.
"He usually retires around ten o'clock."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

retire in a sentence

She plans to retire at sixty and travel the world.
After dinner, the guests retired to the drawing room.
He usually retires around ten o'clock.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "retire" in German?

"retire" in German is in Pension gehen, in Rente gehen, in den Ruhestand gehen. retire means: To leave one's job permanently, usually after reaching a certain age.

How do you use "retire" in a sentence?

Example: "She plans to retire at sixty and travel the world." In German, "retire" is in Pension gehen, in Rente gehen, in den Ruhestand gehen.

Are there other ways to say "retire" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "retire": in Pension gehen, in Rente gehen, in den Ruhestand gehen, Karriere beenden.

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