쉬다
To take a rest, relax, or stop working/moving to regain energy. It can also mean to breathe.
Examples
3 of 5잠깐만 쉴까요?
Shall we rest for a moment?
편히 쉬십시오.
Please rest comfortably.
나 오늘은 좀 쉴게.
I'm going to rest a bit today.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'She' resting. 'She-da'!
Quick Quiz
너무 피곤해요. 의자에서 ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 쉬어요
Examples
잠깐만 쉴까요?
everydayShall we rest for a moment?
편히 쉬십시오.
formalPlease rest comfortably.
나 오늘은 좀 쉴게.
informalI'm going to rest a bit today.
충분히 쉬는 것이 회복에 도움이 됩니다.
academicResting sufficiently helps with recovery.
휴게실에서 쉬고 오겠습니다.
businessI will go rest in the breakroom.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
쉬고 싶어요
I want to rest.
잘 쉬었어요?
Did you rest well?
좀 쉬어
Rest a bit.
Often Confused With
'쉬다' focuses on recovery and relaxation, while '멈추다' focuses on the cessation of movement.
Usage Notes
Very common when talking about weekend plans or when someone looks tired.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse '쉬다' (to rest) with '씻다' (to wash). They sound similar to beginners.
Memory Tip
Think of 'She' resting. 'She-da'!
Word Origin
Native Korean word.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
너무 피곤해요. 의자에서 ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 쉬어요
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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A1The middle part of the day (noon/afternoon) or the meal eaten during that time (lunch).
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A1The time between afternoon and night (evening) or the meal eaten during that time (dinner).
만나다
A1To come together with someone at a specific place or time. It is used for both planned appointments and accidental encounters.
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A1To stay in one place or delay action until a particular time or event occurs. It is commonly used for transport, people, or news.
이야기하다
A1To speak or converse with others to exchange information or feelings. It is often shortened to '얘기하다' in casual speech.
듣다
A1To perceive sound through the ears or to pay attention to what someone is saying. It also means to take a course or listen to music.
보다
A1To perceive with the eyes or watch something like a movie or TV. It can also mean to take an exam or to meet someone.
읽다
A1To look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed matter. It is a key verb for study and leisure.
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