1.
moving out; vacating (a residence or property)
The act of leaving and giving up occupancy of a rented apartment, house, or other property.
来月末にアパートを退去する予定だ。
I'm planning to move out of the apartment at the end of next month.
退去時には原状回復が必要だ。
Restoring the property to its original condition is required when moving out.
2.
evacuation; leaving; withdrawal
The act of leaving or being made to leave a place, often due to danger or official orders.
火災のため建物から退去を命じられた。
We were ordered to evacuate the building due to a fire.
FORMATION:
退 (withdraw, retreat) + 去 (leave, depart)
Sense 1 (rental context):
Common in real estate and rental agreements:
- 退去届 - Notice to vacate
- 退去日 - Move-out date
- 退去費用 - Move-out costs
- 原状回復 - Restoring original condition (often required)
Sense 2 (evacuation):
- 強制退去 - Forced evacuation/deportation
- 退去命令 - Evacuation order
ANTONYM:
- 入居 - Moving in (to a residence)
Related Words
Antonym:
入居 (moving in)