nghỉ

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The Vietnamese word "nghỉ" is a verb that primarily means "to rest" or "to take a break." It is commonly used when someone wants to pause an activity or take time off to relax.

Basic Usage:

1. To take a rest: You can use "nghỉ" when you want to express the need to relax after working or being active.

   • Example: "Tôi cần nghỉ một chút." (I need to rest for a bit.)

2. To take a break from work/school: This word can also be used to indicate stopping work or classes temporarily.

   • Example: "Chúng ta sẽ nghỉ học vào thứ Bảy." (We will take a break from school on Saturday.)

3. To go on vacation: "Nghỉ" can refer to taking time off for a holiday.

   • Example: "Gia đình tôi sẽ nghỉ mát ở biển." (My family will go on vacation at the beach.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Nghỉ" can be used in various contexts, such as:
  • Nghỉ phép: To take leave (from work).
  • Nghỉ hưu: To retire.

Word Variants:

• Nghỉ ngơi: A phrase that means "to rest" or "to relax," often implying a more extended period of rest.
  • Example: "Cần phải nghỉ ngơi để sức khỏe tốt hơn." (You need to rest to improve your health.)

Different Meanings:

• Nghỉ can also mean "to stop" or "to cease" in certain contexts, such as stopping an action or activity.
  • Example: "Ngừng lại và nghỉ!" (Stop and take a break!)

Synonyms:

• Thư giãn: To relax.
  • Example: "Tôi thích thư giãn vào cuối tuần." (I like to relax on the weekends.)
• Nghỉ ngơi: To rest (as mentioned above).

Related Expressions:

• Nghỉ giữa giờ: To take a break during work or school hours.
  • Example: "Chúng ta có 10 phút nghỉ giữa giờ." (We have a 10-minute break in between.)

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verb

1. to rest; to repose; to take a rest
   • tối nay chúng ta nghỉ ở đâu?
     Where do we rest tonight?