解雇

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: In 解雇 (かいこ), release 解 and employ 雇 combine to denote dismissal.
• Basic usage: 解雇 is termination of employment by the employer.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Employer-initiated dismissal
  • It differs from an employee's voluntary resignation and from a contract simply expiring.