休む
やすむ
yasumu
VocabularyLevel 10 - JLPT N5
Quick answer
休む (やすむ (yasumu)) means "to be absent". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
to be absent
Also : to take a day off · to rest · to have a break · to get time off
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 休む (やすむ) means 'to rest'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to rest.
Example Sentences
今日は体の具合が悪いので休みます。
きょうはからだのぐあいがわるいのでやすみます。
I will rest today because I feel unwell.
体が疲れたので休みます。
からだがつかれたのでやすみます。
I will rest because my body is tired.
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