German Conversation · Level 100
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German word
Erholung
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈhoːlʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounrest
Example
Im Urlaub suche ich Erholung am Meer.
On vacation, I seek rest by the sea.
More examples
Nach langen Arbeitstagen brauche ich Erholung am Wochenende.
After long workdays, I need some rest at the weekend.
Core concept
A quiet interval that restores depleted energy after demanding activity.
Common phrases
Erholung suchen
seek recuperation
zur Erholung fahren
travel for relaxation
Erholung finden
get some rest
Similar words
Entspannung: A calm state reached when anxiety or tension has eased.
Auszeit: A short break from work or study for personal time.
Pause: A brief interruption of activity for rest.
Genesung: Recovery from illness or injury toward good health.
Definition in German
Zustand oder Phase nach Belastung, in der Körper und Seele sich entspannen und regenerieren
Word origin
The ending -ung turns erholen into the noun Erholung, naming the process or resulting state associated with recovering and regaining strength.
Usage tips
- Erholung is stronger than a mere Pause because it implies renewed physical or mental capacity, not only a temporary interruption.