exhales
word · lemma: exhale
Definition
To breathe out air from the lungs.
Usage & Nuances
Formal/neutral. Often used when describing breathing exercises, relaxation, or physical actions. Common collocation: "inhale and exhale." Do not confuse with "inhale" (to breathe in). Rare in everyday conversation—"breathe out" is more common.
Spanish: exhalaPortuguese (BR): exalaPortuguese (PT): exalaChinese (Simplified): 呼气Chinese (Traditional): 呼氣Hindi: साँस छोड़ता हैArabic: يزفرBengali: শ্বাস ছাড়েRussian: выдыхаетJapanese: 息を吐くVietnamese: thở raKorean: 숨을 내쉬다Turkish: nefes verirUrdu: سانس خارج کرتا ہےIndonesian: menghembuskan napas
Example Sentences
The doctor asks him to exhale during the check-up.
basic
He exhales and feels more relaxed.
basic
She closes her eyes and exhales all her worries.
natural
He slowly exhales, trying to calm his nerves before the interview.
natural
She exhales slowly after taking a deep breath.
basic
As the yoga teacher says, "Inhale, then exhale," the whole room becomes quieter.
natural