take leave

• Expression assez formelle signifiant partir, prendre congé de quelqu'un ou prendre un congé/une permission dans le cadre d'un travail ou d'un service.

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.

   prendre congé

   • 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.

   prendre un congé

   • 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.