Descansar
Example: Después de trabajar todo el día, necesito descansar un rato.
Definition
"Descansar" means to take a break or rest after exertion or activity, allowing the body and mind to recover. It involves pausing from work or effort to regain energy and reduce fatigue, as in the phrase: 'Después de trabajar todo el día, necesito descansar un rato.'
Etymology
The Spanish verb "descansar" comes from the Latin 'discanare,' meaning 'to rest' or 'to cease work.' It combines the prefix 'des-' indicating removal or reversal, and 'cansar,' meaning to tire. Did you know? "Descansar" reflects the idea of removing tiredness.
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"Descansar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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