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ζ―
Breath, Rest
γγ (iki), γγ-γ (yasu-mu)
JLPT N3
Interesting Fact
The phrase δΈζ―γ€γ (hitoiki tsuku), meaning 'to take a short break,' literally means 'to take one breath.' It's a common expression after finishing hard work.
Memory Trick
Imagine taking a DEEP BREATH after climbing a mountain. That one breath gives you a chance to REST.
Readings
Onyomi: γ½γ― (soku)
Kunyomi: γγ (iki), γγ-γ (yasu-mu)
Example Words
ζ―
γγ (iki)
Breath
ζ―ε
γγγ (musuko)
Son
δΌζ―
γγ
γγγ (kyuusoku)
Rest
δΈζ―
γ²γ¨γγ (hitoiki)
Short break
Example Sentence
ε°γ δΈζ― γ€γγΎγγγγ
γγγ γ²γ¨γγ γ€γγΎγγγγ
sukoshi hitoiki tsukimashou
Let's take a short break.