rest
word
/ˈɹɛst/
REST
/ɹˈɛst/
REST
Definition
To stop working or moving in order to relax, sleep, or recover strength. It can also mean the remaining part of something.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in everyday speech. Often appears with phrases like 'take a rest', 'rest well', or 'at rest'. Also used in expressions like 'the rest of the day' to mean remaining time. Avoid confusing with 'break' which usually implies a shorter pause.
Spanish: descansoPortuguese (BR): descansoPortuguese (PT): descansoChinese (Simplified): 休息Chinese (Traditional): 休息Hindi: आरामArabic: راحةBengali: বিশ্রাম - বাকিRussian: отдых - остальноеJapanese: 休憩 - 残りVietnamese: nghỉ ngơi - phần còn lạiKorean: 휴식 - 나머지Turkish: dinlenmek - kalanUrdu: آرام کرنا - باقیIndonesian: istirahat - sisa
Example Sentences
I need to rest after a long day at work.
basic
The rest of the cookies are in the jar.
basic
I'm going to rest up so I feel better tomorrow.
natural
After this hike, we all need some serious rest.
natural
Please rest for a few minutes before continuing.
basic
Can you give me the rest of your notes?
natural