意味
A brief period of rest.
文化的背景
The 'kort paus' is often synonymous with 'fika'. It's a social institution where work stops and everyone gathers for coffee and a snack. Similar to Sweden, Finland has legally mandated coffee breaks (kahvitauko) in many labor agreements, emphasizing the importance of the 'kort paus'. In modern tech companies in Stockholm, 'mikropauser' are encouraged to prevent repetitive strain injury (RSI). Swedish universities often follow the 'academic quarter' (akademisk kvart), but also include a 15-minute 'kort paus' every hour during lectures.
The 5-minute rule
In Sweden, if you say 'en kort paus', people expect you back in exactly 5 to 10 minutes. Be punctual!
Don't skip the fika
If your Swedish colleagues invite you for a 'kort paus', say yes. It's where the real networking happens.
意味
A brief period of rest.
The 5-minute rule
In Sweden, if you say 'en kort paus', people expect you back in exactly 5 to 10 minutes. Be punctual!
Don't skip the fika
If your Swedish colleagues invite you for a 'kort paus', say yes. It's where the real networking happens.
Paus vs. Slut
A 'paus' is temporary. If you say 'Vi tar slut', it means 'We are finished/ending', which is very different!
自分をテスト
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Jag är trött. Kan vi ta en ___ paus?
'Kort' is the standard adjective for a brief break.
Which sentence is the most natural way to suggest a break in a meeting?
How do you say 'Let's take a short break'?
'Ta en kort paus' is the most idiomatic collocation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Vi har jobbat i tre timmar nu. B: Ja, jag behöver en ___.
In the context of working, 'paus' is the correct term for a break.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'en bensträckare'?
'Bensträckare' literally means 'leg-stretcher'.
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Paus vs. Rast
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4 問題Jag är trött. Kan vi ta en ___ paus?
'Kort' is the standard adjective for a brief break.
How do you say 'Let's take a short break'?
'Ta en kort paus' is the most idiomatic collocation.
A: Vi har jobbat i tre timmar nu. B: Ja, jag behöver en ___.
In the context of working, 'paus' is the correct term for a break.
When would you say 'en bensträckare'?
'Bensträckare' literally means 'leg-stretcher'.
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よくある質問
10 問Usually between 5 and 15 minutes. Anything longer is a 'rast'.
Yes, it's very common and means the same thing.
It is 'en paus'.
It's a common slang for a 'bathroom break' (bio = biology).
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
No, for a vacation use 'semester'.
The most common verb is 'ta' (to take).
Yes, 'fika' is a specific type of 'kort paus' involving coffee.
Say: 'Kan vi ta en kort paus, tack?'
Yes, Swedish work culture emphasizes frequent short breaks for better productivity.
関連フレーズ
Ta en fika
similarTo have coffee and a snack
Bensträckare
specialized formA break to stretch your legs
Andningspaus
figurativeA breathing space
Rast
similarA longer break
Uppehåll
contrastA longer interruption
