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English - Japanese
Rest
rɛst
Very common
~ 1900
~ 1900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
休息 (きゅうそく), 休み (やすみ), 休止 (きゅうし), 残り (のこり), 残す (のこす)
Rest meanings in Japanese
休息 (きゅうそく)
Example:
I need to take a rest after exercising.
運動の後に休息が必要です。
She took a short rest before continuing her work.
彼女は仕事を続ける前に短い休息を取りました。
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in everyday conversation to indicate taking a break or resting.
Note: This term is used in both spoken and written Japanese.
休み (やすみ)
Example:
I have a day off from work today.
今日は仕事の休みです。
Let's take a rest during our vacation.
休暇中に休みを取りましょう。
Usage: informalContext: Often used to refer to days off or vacations.
Note: This word can also refer to holidays or long breaks.
休止 (きゅうし)
Example:
The project is on hold until further notice.
そのプロジェクトは、今後の通知まで休止しています。
We will have a brief pause in the meeting.
会議で短い休止があります。
Usage: formalContext: Used in professional or formal contexts, such as meetings or projects.
Note: This term refers to a temporary halt or suspension.
残り (のこり)
Example:
The rest of the cake is in the fridge.
ケーキの残りは冷蔵庫にあります。
Please give me the rest of the information.
残りの情報を教えてください。
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe what remains or what is left over.
Note: This meaning is often used in various contexts, such as food or tasks.
残す (のこす)
Example:
Don't forget to leave the rest for your brother.
弟のために残りを置いておくのを忘れないでください。
I will rest some of my energy for later.
後で使うためにエネルギーを残します。
Usage: informalContext: Used when talking about saving or leaving something for later use.
Note: This verb form is often used with objects that can be divided or saved.
Rest's synonyms
relax
To relax means to take a break from work or activity, to unwind or de-stress.
Example: After a long day at work, I like to relax on the couch and watch TV.
Note: Rest implies a period of inactivity or sleep, while relax focuses more on reducing stress or tension.
repose
Repose refers to a state of rest, relaxation, or tranquility.
Example: The cat found a sunny spot to repose in the garden.
Note: Repose often conveys a sense of peacefulness or elegance in resting.
lounge
To lounge means to relax or recline in a casual or lazy manner.
Example: On weekends, I like to lounge around the house in my pajamas.
Note: Lounge suggests a more laid-back and leisurely form of resting.
idle
To idle means to be inactive or not working, often as a form of rest or pause.
Example: The engine idled quietly while we took a break by the roadside.
Note: Idle implies a lack of activity or movement, sometimes associated with waiting or relaxing.
Rest expressions, common phrases
Take a break
To rest briefly, usually from work or an activity.
Example: Let's take a break and grab a snack before we continue working.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to pausing momentarily from a task or activity.
Catch some Z's
To get some sleep; to rest by taking a nap or sleeping.
Example: I need to catch some Z's before the big presentation tomorrow.
Note: This informal phrase is a playful way of referring to getting some rest through sleep.
Rest up
To relax and recuperate in order to regain energy or strength.
Example: Rest up this weekend so you'll be ready for the busy week ahead.
Note: This phrase implies a more intentional and focused effort on resting to prepare for upcoming activities.
Take it easy
To relax and avoid stress; to rest or proceed at a leisurely pace.
Example: You've been working so hard; it's time to take it easy and relax.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a relaxed attitude and mindset, not just physical rest.
Put your feet up
To sit down and relax, especially by elevating one's feet.
Example: After a long day, I like to put my feet up and unwind with a good book.
Note: This phrase suggests physically resting in a comfortable position, often associated with relaxation.
Take five
To take a short break, typically five minutes long.
Example: Let's take five and regroup before we tackle the next part of the project.
Note: This phrase is commonly used in a work or performance setting to signify a short rest period.
Unwind
To relax and release stress or tension; to rest by engaging in calming activities.
Example: I like to unwind by listening to music after a busy day at work.
Note: This term conveys the idea of relaxing and decompressing after a period of activity or stress.
Rest and relaxation
A period of time dedicated to resting and engaging in leisurely activities.
Example: Taking a vacation by the beach is the perfect way to enjoy some rest and relaxation.
Note: This phrase encompasses the concept of both physical rest and enjoyable activities for rejuvenation.
Rest everyday (slang) expressions
Chill out
To relax or calm down, often in a casual manner.
Example: After a long day at work, I just want to chill out and watch some TV.
Note: Chill out implies a more informal and laid-back approach to resting compared to the more formal 'rest'.
Kick back
To relax and take it easy.
Example: Let's kick back and enjoy the evening by the fire.
Note: Kick back suggests a leisurely and carefree attitude towards relaxation.
Lounge around
To spend time lazily or idly, usually in a comfortable setting.
Example: I plan to lounge around the house all weekend and do nothing.
Note: Lounge around emphasizes a lack of activity or productivity during the rest period.
Kick your shoes off
To relax by taking off one's shoes, often associated with arriving at a comfortable space.
Example: When you get home, kick your shoes off and put your feet up.
Note: It focuses on the physical act of removing shoes as a symbol of entering a relaxed state.
Take a breather
To pause or take a short break to rest and catch one's breath.
Example: I need to take a breather before diving back into work.
Note: Taking a breather implies a brief rest to regain energy or composure.
Zone out
To mentally disconnect or relax by disengaging from stressful thoughts.
Example: Sometimes it feels good to just zone out in front of the TV and not think about anything.
Note: Zoning out refers to a form of relaxation that involves mental disengagement rather than physical rest.
Vege out
To relax by being unproductive or passive, similar to a vegetable.
Example: I'm going to vege out on the couch with some snacks and a good movie.
Note: Vege out implies complete relaxation or idleness, often associated with being lazy or inactive.
Rest - Examples
I need some rest after a long day at work.
There's only a little bit of food left, just the rest.
The sound of the waves brought a sense of peace and rest to my mind.
Rest grammar
Rest - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: rest
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): rests, rest
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): rest
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): rested
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): resting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): rests
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): rest
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): rest
Syllables, Separation and Stress
rest Contains 1 syllables: rest
Phonetic transcription: ˈrest
rest , ˈrest (The red syllable is stressed)
Rest - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
rest: ~ 1900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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