A1 — Beginnerverb
riposare
to rest, to relax
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
rilassarsidistendersidormirerecuperare
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
lavorareagitarsiaffaticarsistancarsi
Usage note
'Riposare' = to rest. 'Riposarsi' (reflexive) = same but emphasises the benefit to oneself. 'Rilassarsi' = to relax (more leisure-oriented). 'Fare una pausa' = to take a break.
Example
"Dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro ho bisogno di riposare."
"After a long working day I need to rest."
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