At rest Meaning in English
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈɹɛst
AT REST
ˈæt/ /ɹˈɛst
AT REST
Definition
Not moving or active; in a state of stillness or relaxation. Can also mean free from worry or finished with activity.
Usage & Nuances
Frequently used in scientific (physics/biology), medical, and literary contexts. Common phrases: 'the object is at rest' (not moving), 'the heart rate at rest' (resting pulse). In figurative uses, can mean 'at peace'. Avoid confusing with 'resting' (the action).
Spanish: en reposo - en descansoPortuguese (BR): em repouso - em descansoPortuguese (PT): em repouso - em descansoChinese (Simplified): 静止时 - 静息Chinese (Traditional): 靜止時 - 靜息Hindi: विश्राम की स्थिति मेंArabic: في حالة راحةBengali: স্থির - শান্ত (ভিতরগত)Russian: в покое - в состоянии покояJapanese: 静止している - 安らいでいるVietnamese: đứng yên - yên tĩnh - yên lòngKorean: 정지한 상태 - 편안한 상태Turkish: hareketsiz - huzurluUrdu: پرامن - ساکنIndonesian: diam - tenang
Example Sentences
The car is at rest in the garage.
basic
Your heart rate at rest should be lower than when you exercise.
basic
The lake looked peaceful and at rest in the morning.
basic
He seemed finally at rest after years of stress.
natural
The scientist measured the ball’s energy while it was at rest.
natural
When I’m finally at rest on vacation, I can really relax.
natural