Bedeutung
To stop working or doing an activity to relax and recover energy.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the US, 'taking a rest' is often associated with 'taking a break' from the 'hustle culture'. British English speakers often use 'have a rest' just as frequently as 'take a rest'. In Japan, taking a rest is often done collectively, like a group break. In countries like Spain or Italy, the 'siesta' is a cultural form of taking a rest.
Use it with 'should'
It sounds very natural to say 'You should take a rest' when giving advice.
Don't be afraid to rest
In many English-speaking countries, taking a rest is seen as a sign of maturity and self-awareness.
Bedeutung
To stop working or doing an activity to relax and recover energy.
Use it with 'should'
It sounds very natural to say 'You should take a rest' when giving advice.
Don't be afraid to rest
In many English-speaking countries, taking a rest is seen as a sign of maturity and self-awareness.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the sentence.
I am so tired. I need to ______ a rest.
The correct idiom is 'take a rest'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
'Take a rest' is the standard idiomatic form.
Complete the dialogue.
A: We have been walking for hours. B: Yes, let's ______.
This is the correct idiomatic response.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are at the gym and finished a set.
Taking a rest is appropriate after physical exertion.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenI am so tired. I need to ______ a rest.
The correct idiom is 'take a rest'.
Choose the best option.
'Take a rest' is the standard idiomatic form.
A: We have been walking for hours. B: Yes, let's ______.
This is the correct idiomatic response.
You are at the gym and finished a set.
Taking a rest is appropriate after physical exertion.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenYes, it is perfectly correct.
It is neutral and can be used in almost any situation.
'Take a rest' focuses on recovery, while 'take a break' is a general pause.
No, 'take a rest' is usually for short periods.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Take a break
synonymPause for a short time.
Rest up
similarGet extra rest to prepare.
Take a breather
similarStop to catch your breath.
Call it a day
builds onStop working for the whole day.
