take leave

• Достаточно формальное выражение, означающее уходить, прощаться или брать отпуск/отгул с работы или службы.

A somewhat formal expression meaning to depart, say goodbye, or take time off from work or duty.

1. To say goodbyeB2formal

   To formally or politely say goodbye to someone before departing.

   Попрощаться

   • He took leave of his host and walked out the door.
   • She took leave of her colleagues before retiring.
   • They took leave of each other at the airport.

2. To take time offB2formal

   To take a period of absence from work or duty.

   Взять отпуск

   • She took leave from her job to travel abroad.
   • He took leave for a month to care for his sick mother.
   • The employee took leave without pay.