ξεκούραση
xekourasi
The English word 'rest' is translated into Greek as ξεκούραση (xekourasi).
The word ξεκούραση refers to relief from exertion or a state of quiet and recreation. You can use the phrase καλή ξεκούραση to politely wish someone a pleasant break or a restful period, which is common when someone is going on holiday or has finished a period of hard work.
Meaning: relief from exertion, state of quiet and recreation (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
ξεκούραση is a feminine noun. Consequently, any adjectives describing it must also be in the feminine form, such as καλή ξεκούραση (good rest).
How do you pronounce it?
xekourasi
Did you know?
- In Greek culture, a 'rest' during the heat of the day is traditionally linked to the 'mesimeri' or midday siesta, where the entire neighborhood often falls silent.
- The root of ξεκούραση is the word κούραση, which means 'tiredness' or 'fatigue'. The prefix ξε- acts as a reversal mechanism, meaning the word literally describes the process of 'un-tiring' oneself.
- While καλή ξεκούραση is a polite wish, it can sometimes be used ironically by Greeks to tell someone who is being lazy that they are getting far too much 'rest'.
Examples in context
- Η Έιμι χρειάζεται ξεκούραση.Amy needs rest.This sentence shows how to express a need for rest using ξεκούραση.Tatoeba #3588559 by Zeus, translation #3581049 by amoeba
- Σας εύχομαι για το θέρος καλή ξεκούραση.I wish you a good summer rest.This sentence demonstrates using the phrase καλή ξεκούραση to wish someone a good summer rest.Tatoeba #1559328 by glavkos, translation #9672440 by Nylez
- Χρειάζομαι ανάπαυση μετά την προσπάθεια.I need rest after the effort.
- Χρειάζομαι λίγη ξεκούραση.I need a little rest.
- Παίρνω ένα διάλειμμα για να ξεκουραστώ.I'm taking a break to rest.
- Η δουλειά απαιτεί αρκετή ξεκούραση.I doulia apitei arketi xekourasi.The work requires a lot of rest.
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Example conversation
Kostas and Eleni are talking at home after a long day.
- Κώστας KostasΕίμαι πολύ κουρασμένος σήμερα, Ελένη.Eimai poly kourasmenos simera, Eleni.I am very tired today, Eleni.
- Ελένη EleniΤότε χρειάζεσαι λίγη ξεκούραση τώρα.Tote chriazeis lighi xekourasi tora.Then you need a little rest now.
- Κώστας KostasΘα πάω να ξαπλώσω λίγο.Tha pao na xaplozo ligo.I will go lie down for a bit.
- Ελένη EleniΚαλή ξεκούραση, Κώστα.Kali xekourasi, Kosta.Have a good rest, Kostas.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ξεκούραση, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
