noun
General sense of withdrawing from daily life for rest, reflection, or escape. Often used in wellness, travel, or personal development contexts.
忙しい毎日から離れて、山の中でリトリートを楽しんだ。
I got away from my busy daily life and enjoyed a retreat in the mountains.
noun
religious retreat; spiritual retreat
Specifically a period of withdrawal for prayer, meditation, or religious reflection. Common in Christian and Buddhist contexts.
教会のリトリートに参加して、静かに祈る時間を持った。
I joined the church retreat and had quiet time for prayer.
noun
Military term for pulling back forces from combat or a position. Less common in everyday Japanese than the general sense.
敵軍のリトリートが始まったという報告が入った。
A report came in that the enemy's retreat had begun.