A1 Expression 중립

Jeg har brug for en pause

I need a break

Needing rest.

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문화적 배경

The 'kaffepause' is a cultural institution. It's not just about caffeine; it's about 'social samvær' (social togetherness). Danish schools have 'frikvarter' every 45-90 minutes. It is considered essential for learning. Danish labor unions have historically fought for the right to breaks. It is part of the 'work-life balance' that Denmark is famous for. Taking a break is often the first step to 'hygge'. You stop working to enjoy a moment of peace.

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Add 'lige'

Adding 'lige' (just) makes the request sound softer and more natural: 'Jeg har lige brug for en pause'.

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Preposition Alert

Never say 'brug af' when you mean 'need'. It's a very common mistake for English speakers.

Needing rest.

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Add 'lige'

Adding 'lige' (just) makes the request sound softer and more natural: 'Jeg har lige brug for en pause'.

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Preposition Alert

Never say 'brug af' when you mean 'need'. It's a very common mistake for English speakers.

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The 'We' version

If you want to be a leader, say 'Skal vi ikke holde en pause?' It uses the phrase to build consensus.

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Coffee is implied

In Denmark, saying you need a break often implies you are going to get coffee. Don't be surprised if someone asks 'Skal du have kaffe?'

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing preposition.

Jeg har brug ___ en pause.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: for

In Danish, the expression is always 'at have brug for'.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I need a break' in a neutral setting?

Choose the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jeg har brug for en pause.

This is the standard, most common way to express the need for a break.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Vi har læst i to timer nu. B: Ja, ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: jeg har brug for en pause

B is agreeing that they have been working a long time and needs a rest.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You are at the gym and you cannot lift any more weights.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jeg har brug for en pause.

When physically exhausted, you need a break.

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시각 학습 자료

Need vs. Crave

Have brug for
Standard need I need a break
Trænge til
Physical urge I really need a break!

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing preposition. Fill Blank A1

Jeg har brug ___ en pause.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: for

In Danish, the expression is always 'at have brug for'.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I need a break' in a neutral setting? Choose A1

Choose the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jeg har brug for en pause.

This is the standard, most common way to express the need for a break.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Vi har læst i to timer nu. B: Ja, ___.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: jeg har brug for en pause

B is agreeing that they have been working a long time and needs a rest.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A1

You are at the gym and you cannot lift any more weights.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jeg har brug for en pause.

When physically exhausted, you need a break.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

12 질문

Yes, it is very neutral and polite. You can say it to anyone.

You can, but it sounds more formal and less natural for personal feelings.

'Pause' is a break from an activity; 'hvil' is a physical rest, often lying down.

You can say 'Jeg har brug for en lang pause'.

Yes, in Denmark it is perfectly normal to tell your boss you need a break.

Usually, but in relationships, it can mean weeks or months.

It is the specific word for a break in school.

The 'g' is very soft, almost like a breathy 'h'.

It sounds incomplete. Always use 'en pause' for a single instance.

Use 'Jeg trænger virkelig til en pause'.

Yes, it is one of the most common nouns in daily Danish.

Yes, 'en pause fra dig' means a break from you.

관련 표현

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at trænge til

similar

to desperately need

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at holde en pause

builds on

to take a break

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et hvil

synonym

a rest

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frikvarter

specialized form

school recess

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at lade op

similar

to recharge

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