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歇
xiē
Description
「歇」是休息的意思，工作或者走路累了，就可以歇一会儿。
"歇" means to rest; when tired from work or walking, you can take a break.
这个字比较口语，常常说「歇一歇」或者「歇会儿」。
This character is quite colloquial, often used in phrases like "歇一歇" or "歇会儿".
Meanings
歇xiē
to rest; to take a break
我们走累了，坐下来歇一歇吧。
We are tired from walking; let's sit down and rest.
歇xiē
to stop (work, activity)
今天生意不好，早点歇了吧。
Business is slow today; let's close early.
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Notes
- Nuance
歇 is more colloquial and northern than the neutral 休息.
- Usage
often takes 一会儿/会儿, as in 歇会儿 (rest a while).
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