Japanese word

休息

Pronunciation

Romajikyūsoku

Meaning

  • nounrest

Example

私は静かな場所で休息を取ります。watashi wa shizu ka na ba sho de kyū soku o to ri ma su

I rest in a quiet place.

Illustration for 休息 (rest)

More examples

疲れたので、少し休息を取ります。tsuka re ta no de suko shi kyū soku o to ri ma su

I am tired, so I will get some rest.

仕事の合間に休息を取ると、集中力が戻ります。shi goto no ai ma ni kyū soku o to ru to shū chū ryoku ga modo ri ma su

A short rest between tasks helps me regain focus.

Core concept

Describes a temporary release from activity that allows energy and composure to return.

Common phrases

  • 休息を取るkyū soku o to ru

    take a rest

  • 十分な休息jū bun na kyū soku

    adequate rest

  • 休息を挟むkyū soku o hasa mu

    take a break

Similar words

休憩kyūkei: A brief pause in work or activity for recovery.
休養kyūyō: Rest that helps the body regain strength and health.
休みyasumi: A period away from work, school, or regular duties.

Definition in Japanese

活動を一時やめて、心身の疲れをいやすこと。katsu dō o ichi ji ya me te shin shin no tsuka re o i ya su ko to

Word origin

休息 (kyūsoku) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 休 (kyū, "rest") and 息 (soku, "breath"), expressing a pause associated with recovery.

Usage tips

  • The word 休息 (kyūsoku) often appears in formal phrases and written notices, so using it in casual conversation can sound more formal than 休む (yasumu).

Other meanings

  • relaxationnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • 休息するkyūsokusururestverb
  • 休息所kyūsokushorest areanoun

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