Take time off from work Meaning in English
expression
释义
To temporarily leave your job or stop working for a short period, usually to rest, recover, or handle personal matters.
用法与细微差别
Usually implies planned or approved absence. Common with verbs like 'need to', 'want to', 'be allowed to'. Used for vacations, sickness, or personal reasons. NOT the same as 'quit' (permanently leave job). Often shortened in speech to 'take some time off'.
例句
He needs to take time off from work because he is sick.
basic
I want to take time off from work to travel with my family.
basic
She asked her boss if she could take time off from work next week.
basic
After working non-stop all year, I really need to take time off from work and recharge.
natural
Sometimes you just have to take time off from work for your mental health.
natural
He decided to take time off from work when his baby was born.
natural