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휴식

hyusik
noun★Beginner
general

A period of rest or relaxation, typically to recover from physical or mental fatigue.

장시간 일한 후에는 휴식이 필요합니다.

After working for a long time, rest is necessary.

💡

Commonly used to describe taking a break from work or physical activity.

Collocations

휴식 시간rest time휴식 공간rest area휴식 취하기take a rest

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

휴식 취하다phrase
to take a rest
휴식 시간phrase
rest time

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

휴식 is often used to describe both short breaks and longer periods of rest.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In formal contexts, 휴식 is used to describe planned rest periods, while in informal contexts, it can refer to spontaneous breaks.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Sino-Korean roots '휴' (休, rest) and '식' (息, breath or rest).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in contexts where physical or mental recovery is needed, such as after work or exercise.

Word Breakdown

휴
rest
root
+
식
breath or rest
root
한영사전

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