Taikin refers to the formal act of finishing your workday and leaving the workplace.
Word in 30 Seconds
- The act of finishing work and leaving the office.
- Commonly used when clocking out of a workplace.
- Refers to the end of daily labor hours.
一般的な文脈：オフィスでの日常会話や、勤怠管理システムに関する業務連絡などで使われます。上司に対して「お先に失礼します」と言うのがマナーですが、同僚間では「退勤します」といった報告も行われます。
- 1類語との比較：「退社」は「退勤」と似ていますが、退社は「その会社を辞める（退職）」という意味も含むため、文脈による注意が必要です。「帰宅」は単に家へ帰ることを指し、仕事の終了を必ずしも意味しません。「終業」は業務そのものが終わることを指し、自分が職場を離れることよりも、作業の完了に焦点が置かれます。
Examples
今日は残業なしで退勤するつもりだ。
everydayI plan to clock out without overtime today.
退勤時刻を記録してください。
formalPlease record your clock-out time.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
退勤処理をする
to process the clock-out
退勤カード
time card
Often Confused With
Taisha can mean leaving the office for the day, but it also means resigning from a job. Use Taikin to avoid confusion.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Taikin is a formal business term used primarily in administrative or reporting contexts. It is not recommended for casual conversation with superiors. Use it when discussing work hours, attendance sheets, or company policy.
Common Mistakes
Beginners often confuse Taikin with Taisha. Remember that Taisha has a double meaning (leaving for the day vs. quitting). Use Taikin for clarity in a professional setting.
Tips
Use for attendance management context
Use this word when talking about time cards or official work logs. It is a professional term for administrative purposes.
Avoid using with superiors
Saying 'Taikin shimasu' to a boss can sound blunt. Use 'Osaki ni shitsurei shimasu' to show proper respect.
The importance of clocking out
In Japan, strict time management is common. 'Taikin' is often associated with the specific time recorded in a company's system.
Word Origin
Derived from 'Tai' (退 - retreat/exit) and 'Kin' (勤 - work/service). It literally means retreating from your service.
Cultural Context
In Japanese corporate culture, the act of 'Taikin' is often logged strictly. It reflects the value placed on punctuality and labor regulation compliance.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Tai' (Exit) + 'Kin' (Work). You are exiting your work duties.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions「退勤」は一日の仕事が終わることを指しますが、「退社」には「会社を辞める」という意味も含まれます。そのため、日常の業務終了には「退勤」を使う方が誤解がなく安全です。
「退勤します」と上司に言うのは少し事務的で冷たい印象を与えます。上司に対しては「お先に失礼します」と言うのが最も一般的で丁寧なマナーです。
その日の業務を終了して帰る時刻のことです。契約上の定時を指すこともあれば、実際にタイムカードを押した時間を指すこともあります。
反対語は「出勤」です。朝、職場に到着して業務を開始することを指します。
Test Yourself
今日は仕事が早く終わったので、定時に___した。
仕事が終わって職場を離れる行為なので「退勤」が適切です。
Score: /1
Summary
Taikin refers to the formal act of finishing your workday and leaving the workplace.
- The act of finishing work and leaving the office.
- Commonly used when clocking out of a workplace.
- Refers to the end of daily labor hours.
Use for attendance management context
Use this word when talking about time cards or official work logs. It is a professional term for administrative purposes.
Avoid using with superiors
Saying 'Taikin shimasu' to a boss can sound blunt. Use 'Osaki ni shitsurei shimasu' to show proper respect.
The importance of clocking out
In Japan, strict time management is common. 'Taikin' is often associated with the specific time recorded in a company's system.
Examples
2 of 2今日は残業なしで退勤するつもりだ。
I plan to clock out without overtime today.
退勤時刻を記録してください。
Please record your clock-out time.
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