N3
てっかい (tekkai)
撤回
withdrawal; retraction; revocation
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to formally withdrawing or retracting a statement, proposal, decision, or application. Can be used with する as a verb (撤回する). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'I completely retract what I said! D-Don't go remembering me saying "I hate you"! I hereby officially withdraw that statement! The absolute truth is... I love you! Don't make me repeat it!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『さっきの言葉は全面撤回よ！っ、べ、別にあんたなんか嫌いって言ったの、記憶から綺麗に消去しなさい！今すぐ撤回（上書き）する！本当はね...大好きなの…（小声）』
📝 Example Sentences
発言に不適切な表現が含まれていたため、彼は公式に発言を_______しました。
Because improper expressions were included in his remark, he officially withdrew his statement.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "撤回"!
条件が大幅に変更されたため、提案していた企画を_______することにしました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 提案や申し込みを取り下げる「撤回（する）」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『企画の撤回ね！でもね、私への「一生側にいます」っていう誓いは、何があっても絶対に撤回させないからね！』
English: Since it means taking back proposals or applications, 'withdrawal/retraction' (tekkai) is correct. Haruka: 'Withdrawing the project! But you know, that oath to me of "I will stay by your side forever", I will never let you retract it no matter what!'
English: Since it means taking back proposals or applications, 'withdrawal/retraction' (tekkai) is correct. Haruka: 'Withdrawing the project! But you know, that oath to me of "I will stay by your side forever", I will never let you retract it no matter what!'
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