departure
word
/dɪˈpɑɹtʃɝ/
di-PAR-chur
/dɪpˈɑːtʃɐ/
di-PAH-chuh
Definition
The act of leaving a place, especially to start a journey. It can also mean the moment when something goes away or changes from the usual way.
Usage & Nuances
'Departure' is formal and often used with travel ('flight departure','scheduled departure'). It can also refer to changes from normal routines or traditions ('a departure from the rules'). Not used for departing people in a casual context; use 'leaving' or 'going' instead.
Spanish: salida - partidaPortuguese (BR): partida - saídaPortuguese (PT): partida - saídaChinese (Simplified): 离开 - 出发Chinese (Traditional): 離開 - 出發Hindi: प्रस्थान - छुट्टीArabic: مغادرة - رحيلBengali: প্রস্থান - বিদায় (বিদায়ের অর্থে)Russian: отправление - отъезд - уход (уход с работы)Japanese: 出発 - 離任（辞任）Vietnamese: khởi hành - sự rời đi - sự thay đổiKorean: 출발 - 퇴임 (직장 등의 떠남)Turkish: gidiş - ayrılışUrdu: روانگی - جدا ہوناIndonesian: keberangkatan - perpisahan (makna berpisah)
Example Sentences
Her sudden departure surprised everyone.
basic
There's been a departure from our usual schedule this week.
natural
Please check the departure board for any delays.
natural
The departure of the train is at 9 a.m.
basic
We waited for her departure at the airport.
basic
The team was sad about the coach's departure after ten years.
natural