giải lao

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The Vietnamese word "giải lao" means "to take a break" or "to have a rest." It is commonly used in contexts where people need a short pause from work or study to relax and recharge.

Usage Instructions

• You can use "giải lao" when referring to a scheduled break during classes, meetings, or work hours.
• It is often associated with short breaks, usually ranging from a few minutes to half an hour.

Example

• Cứ một tiếng thì giải lao năm phút. (Take a five-minute break every hour.)

Advanced Usage

• In a formal or educational setting, you might say: Chúng ta sẽ có một giờ học và sau đó sẽ giải lao mười phút. (We will have an hour of class and then take a ten-minute break.)

Word Variants

• Giải lao ngắn: A short break.
• Giải lao dài: A long break.

Different Meanings

While "giải lao" primarily means taking a break, it can sometimes imply a more relaxed or informal setting, such as hanging out with friends during a break.

Synonyms

• Nghỉ: This means "to rest" and can be used in similar contexts, though it is more general.
• Nghỉ ngơi: This means "to rest" but typically implies a longer duration of rest, not just a quick break.

Cultural Note

In Vietnamese culture, taking breaks during long hours of work or study is common and encouraged, as it helps maintain productivity and mental clarity.

Academic

1. have a break, take a rest, take a breathing space
   • Cứ một tiếng thì giải lao năm phút
     To take a five-minute break every hour