Meaning

Primary

Rest

Alternatives

Break, Recess, Intermission

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

A rest rest is a rest. A break. A recess.

Reading

きゅうけい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

交互に休憩を取りましょう。

Let's take breaks alternately.

今までに、休憩を取ることを考えたことはありますか。

Have you ever thought about taking a break?

Kanji Composition