How to Pronounce "rests"
word
/ˈɹɛsts/
rests
/ɹˈɛsts/
rests
Definition
'Rests' is the third person singular form or plural noun of 'rest.' As a verb, it means to stop work or relax to regain energy. As a noun, 'rests' refers to multiple instances or periods of rest.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛsts/
British English
/ɹˈɛsts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rests
UK
rests
Listen in Context
She rests after running every morning.
The cat rests on the sofa in the afternoon.
There are two rests in this piece of music.
He usually rests his eyes after staring at the screen for hours.