English–German
“resignation” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʁʏkˌtʁɪt/
Example
Die Ministerin reichte gestern ihren Rücktritt ein.
The minister submitted her resignation yesterday.
How to say “resignation” in German
“Resignation” in German is Rücktritt.
A person formally stepping back from a post or a binding commitment.
Example sentences with Rücktritt
Er gab gestern überraschend seinen Rücktritt bekannt.
He unexpectedly announced his resignation yesterday.
Tips for using Rücktritt
- In contract law, Rücktritt vom Vertrag is not the same as Kündigung, which generally ends an ongoing contract rather than rescinding it.