Retírese (en. Withdraw)

[reˈtire.se]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Action of leaving a place voluntarily.
After the meeting, the boss told us to retire.
Después de la reunión, el jefe nos dijo que nos retiriéramos.
Stepping away from a situation that causes discomfort or conflict.
If you're not feeling comfortable, it's best that you retire.
Si no te sientes a gusto, lo mejor es que te retires.
Taking a pause or an extended break.
He decided to retire to his house to reflect.
Decidió retirarse a su casa para reflexionar.

Etymology

From the verb 'retire', which comes from the Latin 'retractare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take a moment to retire
Ask someone to take a brief break or step away for a while.
retírese un momento
it’s time for you to retire
Indicates that it is the appropriate time for someone to step away from a situation.
es hora de que se retire
retire to meditate
Suggestion to step away to reflect or find oneself.
retírese para meditar

Related Words

withdraw
Action of taking or setting something aside.
retirar
exit
Moving out of a place.
salir
retract
Causing something or someone to move away.
retraer

Slang Meanings

Taking a forced break.
You need a retire after that heavy day.
Necesitas un retírese después de ese día pesado.
Disappearing from view or stopping participation.
That party lacked life after people retired.
A esa fiesta le faltó vida después de que se retiró la gente.