退く
どく
to step aside, to move (i.e. out of the way), to make way
JLPT N2
Details
- Part of Speech:
- Godan verb with 'ku' ending, Intransitive verb
- Romaji:
- doku
Example Sentences
先に退くのは、後ろの車に道を譲るためです。
It's because I'm stepping aside to let the car behind me pass.
退く勇気も必要です。時には、引くことも大切です。
You also need the courage to step aside. Sometimes, withdrawing is also important.