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noun

il riposo

rest

Momento in cui si smette di fare attività per recuperare energie e stare tranquilli.

Definition & meaning

Riposo means rest: a period of relaxation or inactivity that allows someone to recover energy. It can also refer to sleep or to time off from work.

In technical contexts, it can mean a state of rest, as opposed to motion or activity.

Grammar & Word origin

Riposo is a masculine noun: il riposo. Its plural is riposi, though the singular is more common.

It comes from the verb riposare , “to rest.”

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms: pausa is a break, often shorter than a period of rest; relax emphasizes relaxation.
  • Antonyms: attività means activity, while lavoro means work. In a physical context, movimento means motion.

Common phrases & collocations

  • riposo assoluto — complete rest, especially as medical advice.
  • giorno di riposo — a day off.
  • a riposo — at rest or not in use.
  • casa di riposo — a retirement home.

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Examples

Il riposo al pomeriggio mi aiuta a studiare meglio.noun

The rest in the afternoon helps me study better.

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