English–Korean
“leave of absence” in Korean
How to say “leave of absence” in Korean
“Leave of absence” in Korean is 휴직 (hyujik).
A temporary pause from a job while the person remains employed.
Example sentences with 휴직
그는 병 치료를 위해 한 달 동안 휴직을 했다.keu neun pyeong chi ryo reul wi hae han tal tong an hyu ji geul haet tta
He took a month-long leave of absence to receive medical treatment.
Tips for using 휴직
- English speakers may associate leave with a vacation, but this term belongs to formal workplace procedures and normally involves an approved reason and period.
Other Korean words for “leave of absence”
이번 학기에 휴학을 하기로 했어요.i beon hak kki e hyu ha geul ha gi ro hae sseo yo
I decided to take a leave of absence this semester.