Meaning and Usage
"辞职" means to resign from a job or position. It is commonly used when someone voluntarily leaves their employment.
Common Contexts
People use "辞职" when discussing leaving a job due to personal reasons, career changes, or dissatisfaction. It often appears in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as workplace conversations or official documents.
Collocations and Patterns
- 辞职申请 (resignation application): the formal request to resign.
- 提出辞职 (to submit a resignation): the act of formally announcing resignation.
- 辞职信 (resignation letter): a written letter stating one's resignation.
Usage Notes
When using "辞职", it implies a voluntary decision to leave a position. It differs from being fired (被解雇) or laid off (被裁员). The phrase is neutral in tone and suitable for both spoken and written Chinese.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "辞职" with "辞退" which means to dismiss or fire someone. "辞职" is initiated by the employee, while "辞退" is initiated by the employer.