Ausruhen
Example: Nach dem langen Spaziergang musste ich mich kurz ausruhen.
Definition
"Ausruhen" means to rest or relax, especially after physical or mental exertion, in order to regain energy and reduce fatigue. For example, after a long walk, one might need to 'ausruhen' to recover and feel refreshed.
Etymology
The German word "ausruhen" combines 'aus,' meaning 'out' or 'off,' and 'ruhen,' meaning 'to rest.' Together, it literally translates to 'rest out,' reflecting the idea of taking a break or resting thoroughly. Did you know that 'ruhen' traces back to Old High German 'ruohen,' related to peace and calm?
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"Ausruhen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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