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How to Say "retirement" in Spanish

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jubilación

nounA2general
Use 'jubilación' when referring to the formal act or state of stopping work specifically due to reaching retirement age.

Examples

Mi abuelo está muy feliz desde su jubilación.

My grandfather has been very happy since his retirement.

retiro

reh-TEE-rohreˈtiɾo

nounB1general
Choose 'retiro' for a general term for the end of working life, often implying enjoying leisure time after stopping work.
An illustration of a smiling older person relaxing in a comfortable hammock under a palm tree, symbolizing the end of a working career.

Examples

Mi abuela está disfrutando mucho de su retiro en la costa.

My grandmother is really enjoying her retirement on the coast.

El plan de retiro que me ofrecieron es muy generoso.

The retirement plan they offered me is very generous.

Masculine Noun Rule

Remember that 'retiro' is always a masculine noun, so use 'el' or 'un' before it.

retirada

reh-tee-RAH-dahre.tiˈɾa.ða

nounB2formal
Use 'retirada' to specifically denote the end of a career, often used for prominent figures or when emphasizing a definitive departure from a profession.
A smiling older person in casual clothes sitting comfortably in a brightly colored chair on a porch. They are holding a fishing rod, and a closed, formal briefcase rests untouched on the floor beside them, symbolizing the end of a career.

Examples

La famosa actriz anunció su retirada de los escenarios.

The famous actress announced her retirement from the stage.

Tras 40 años, su retirada fue un evento emotivo.

After 40 years, her stepping down was an emotional event.

Retirada vs. Jubilación

Use 'retirada' when focusing on the act of leaving a specific activity or profession. Use 'jubilación' when referring to the status of being retired, often involving a pension.

Jubilación vs. Retiro

Learners often confuse 'jubilación' and 'retiro'. Remember that 'jubilación' specifically implies stopping work due to age or formal retirement plans, while 'retiro' is a broader term for ending work and enjoying free time, regardless of the reason.

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