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JLPT N3 Intermediate

一休み

A short break or breather

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ひと休み common alternative
一休みする verb form
Noun, Suru verb

"A Short Break" / "A Breather"

Refers to a temporary, brief pause taken in the middle of an ongoing activity to catch one’s breath or rest before continuing.

Example

疲れ た から 、 ここ で 少し 一休み しよう 。

I'm tired, so let's take a short rest here.

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一休み
ひとやすみ
A short break or breather
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