riposati
To rest up in Italian is riposati.
To get plenty of sleep or relaxation in order to recover your energy.
Which one should you use?
While riposati focuses on the act of resting, it is the most natural way to convey the English sense of 'resting up' to recover energy.
How does it change in a sentence?
riposati is the imperative singular form used when speaking to one person informally. If you are telling a group of people to rest up, use the form riposatevi. For formal situations, use si riposi.
Did you know?
- In a musical score, a 'rest' or 'pause' is referred to as a riposo, linking the physical act of resting to the silence in music.
- In Italy, it is common to say riposati after a large meal, as the culture values the 'riposino' or short afternoon nap to aid digestion and recover energy.
- The verb riposare shares a root with the English word 'repose', though 'repose' is now rarely used in spoken English while riposare remains a daily staple in Italian.
Examples in context
- Si prega di riposarsiPlease rest up.
- Caro signore, si prega di riposarsi e recuperare le forze.Dear sir, please rest up and regain your strength.
- Amico mio, rilassati un po' e ricarica le batterie.My friend, rest up a bit and recharge your batteries.
- Domani è una lunga giornata, quindi riposati.Tomorrow is a long day, so rest up.
- Sei molto stanco, riposati un po'.You are very tired, rest up a bit.
- Dopo l'esame, riposati pure tutto il weekend.After the exam, feel free to rest up all weekend.
Example conversation
Martina is talking to Francesco after he finished a big project.
- MartinaHai lavorato tantissimo ultimamente, Francesco.You have worked so hard lately, Francesco.
- FrancescoSì, sono davvero esausto.Yes, I am really exhausted.
- MartinaAllora riposati bene stasera.Then rest up well tonight.
- FrancescoGrazie, ne ho proprio bisogno.Thanks, I really need it.
