休息 (xiū xi) — to rest, to take a break
Definition
Everyday verb for 'to rest' or take a short break during the day. Unlike 休假, it means pausing briefly, not going on vacation.
verb
to restto take a break
Examples
- 休息。Wǒ men xiū xi yí huì r ba.Let's rest for a while.
- 休息，。Nǐ xiū xi, wǒ gōng zuò.You rest, I'll work.
- 休息。Tā xiū xi le shí fēn zhōng.He rested for ten minutes.
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