Retraite
In short
Retraite is the French term for retirement, marking the period when a person stops working permanently.
In plain words
It is the stage of life after your career ends. Most people reach this age when they are older and begin to live on a pension.
A simple example
After working as a teacher for forty years, Jean stops going to school every day. She now spends her time gardening and travelling using her pension money.
Why it matters
It is a major life transition that requires careful financial planning. It changes how people spend their time and how they interact with society.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with a 'retreat', which is a short break or a quiet trip taken to relax.