休む

やすむ

To rest, to take a break

N5verb·yasumu

How to remember it

人 (person) leaning on 木 (tree) = 休, resting in shade.

Example sentences

  • 少し休みましょう。

    すこしやすみましょう。

    Let's rest a little.

  • 風邪で学校を休んだ。

    かぜでがっこうをやすんだ。

    I missed school due to a cold.

Usage

Godan verb; takes を for the thing skipped (school, work).

Related words

休み休憩休日寝る

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