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relax

 

[ rษชหˆlรฆks ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

stress relief

To make or become less tense or anxious; to unwind and let go of stress.

Synonyms

chill out, de-stress, unwind

Examples of usage

  • I like to relax by listening to music.
  • After a long day at work, I just want to relax with a good book.
  • She finds it difficult to relax when there's so much to do.
  • Taking a hot bath helps me relax and forget about my worries.
  • It's important to find time to relax and recharge.
Context #2 | Noun

leisure time

The state of being free from tension or anxiety; a period of rest or recreation.

Synonyms

recreation, rest, unwinding

Examples of usage

  • I need some time to relax and recharge my batteries.
  • Vacations are a great opportunity to relax and unwind.
  • After a busy week, I look forward to some relaxation time.
  • Yoga and meditation are great ways to achieve relaxation.
  • Taking breaks throughout the day can help with relaxation.

Translations

Translations of the word "relax" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น relaxar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฐเคพเคฎ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ (ฤrฤm karnฤ)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช entspannen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ santai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทัะปะฐะฑะปัั‚ะธัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ relaksowaฤ‡ siฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚นใ™ใ‚‹ (rirakkusu suru)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท se dรฉtendre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ relajarse

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rahatlamak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํœด์‹์„ ์ทจํ•˜๋‹ค (hyusig-eul chwihada)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชุฑุฎุงุก (istirkhฤ')

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ relaxovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ relaxovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”พๆพ (fร ngsลng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sprostiti se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ slaka รก

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะตะผะฐะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒซแƒแƒ‘แƒ•แƒ˜แƒก แƒ›แƒแƒฎแƒกแƒœแƒ (dzabvis mokhsna)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rahatlamaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ relajarse

Etymology

The word 'relax' originated from the Latin word 'relaxare', which means 'to loosen' or 'to slacken'. It first appeared in the English language in the 17th century. The concept of relaxation has been valued throughout history, with various cultures developing different practices to unwind and relieve stress. In today's fast-paced world, the importance of relaxation for mental and physical well-being is widely recognized.

See also: relaxant, relaxation, relaxed, relaxing, relaxwear.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,832 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.