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Chinese dictionary
v.have a rest/break; take a breather
没歇气
without a break
不歇气
do not stop for breath
synonym
Word usage
- Separable word"歇" and "气" can be combined as one word, or be used separately with other elements inserted.
他们连续干了几个小时，才歇了一会儿气。
They worked for hours before they stopped for a rest.
他今天一直埋头苦干，没有歇过气。
He's been working hard today without a break.
大家歇一口气再干吧。
Let's take a break before we continue working.