nghỉ tay
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Definition
- Verb phrase:
- To take a break from manual work; to stop working (with one's hands) for a short rest: This phrase specifically refers to pausing physical or manual labor, often to rest one's hands and body temporarily.
- To knock off (work); to stop working: A more general, colloquial meaning indicating the cessation of work, especially manual or tiring work, for a break or at the end of a work period.
Usage Examples
- Verb phrase:
- Làm được hai tiếng rồi, mọi người nghỉ tay một lúc đi. (We've been working for two hours; everyone should take a break for a moment.)
- Đến trưa, các công nhân nghỉ tay để ăn cơm. (At noon, the workers knock off to eat lunch.)
- Mệt quá, tôi phải nghỉ tay uống nước. (I'm too tired; I have to stop working to drink some water.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase often implies a necessary or well-deserved pause during demanding physical tasks. It can be used as a suggestion or command among workers.
Variants and Related Words
Nghỉ giải lao (v): to take a recess/coffee break. This is more general and not limited to manual work.
- Sau buổi học dài, sinh viên được nghỉ giải lao. (After the long lecture, the students get a recess.)
Nghỉ ngơi (v): to rest, to relax. A broader term for taking rest of any kind.
- Cuối tuần là thời gian để nghỉ ngơi. (The weekend is time to rest.)
Synonyms
- Take a break: to pause activity to rest.
- Knock off: to stop working (informal).
- Cease work: to stop working (more formal).
Related Idioms
- Nghỉ tay ăn bánh: An idiom suggesting it's time to stop working and enjoy a reward or break.
- Công việc hôm nay xong rồi, nghỉ tay ăn bánh thôi! (Today's work is done; let's knock off and have a snack!)
- Knock off