Pagpapahinga (en. Rest)
/pəgˌpapaˈhɪŋɐ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A period of cessation from work or activity to rest.
We need to have a rest after a long day of work.
Kailangan nating magkaroon ng pagpapahinga pagkatapos ng mahabang araw ng trabaho.
Restoration of strength or energy through sleep or inactivity.
Adequate rest is important to maintain health.
Ang sapat na pagpapahinga ay mahalaga upang mapanatili ang kalusugan.
A state in which a person is inactive or not moving.
During rest time, I often read a book.
Sa oras ng pagpapahinga, madalas akong nagbabasa ng libro.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'pahinga' which means 'rest' or 'pause from an activity.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
take a rest
Encouraging a person to rest or stop what they are doing.
magpahinga ka
rest period
A designated time for rest or recharge.
panahon ng pagpapahinga
Related Words
rest
The state of ceasing from any activity.
pahinga
sleep
A state of rest in which the body recovers strength.
tulog
Slang Meanings
just relax
When I'm resting, I just chill at home.
Pag nagpapahinga ako, chill lang ako sa bahay.
relax mode
Now I'm in relax mode, I don't want any stress.
Ngayon ay relax mode ako, ayaw ng stress.
lying down
He said he would just lie down to rest more easily.
Sabi niya, patagilid na lang daw siya para mas madali magpahinga.