noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
moment of departure; upon leaving; retirement
Refers to the moment or circumstances of leaving a place, position, or job. Often used in phrases like 去り際に (at the moment of leaving) or 去り際の一言 (a parting word).
He said 'thank you' as he was leaving.
His attitude at the moment of departure was impressive.
Standard kanji spelling.
Kana-mixed spelling, sometimes used for clarity or softer tone.
Compound of 去り (sari, continuative form of 去る 'to leave') and 際 (giwa, 'time, occasion'). The reading さりぎわ is a standard rendaku form.