pausa
pause
The Italian word "pausa" is used in the same way as the English word "pause". It refers to a temporary stop or rest in an activity, such as a break in a conversation, a rest in a journey, or a halt in a process. The word can also be used to refer to a short period of silence or inactivity.
Example sentences using: pausa
Dovremmo fare una pausa ogni tanto.
We should take a break every now and then.
This sentence suggests an advising tone where the speaker believes that occasionally stopping to rest or relax ('fare una pausa') is beneficial.
La pausa pranzo è il mio momento preferito della giornata.
The lunch break is my favorite time of the day.
In this context, 'pausa' refers to a scheduled break, specifically the break for lunch. This indicates that the speaker derives pleasure from this period within their daily routine.
Prendo una pausa dal lavoro.
I take a break from work.
This sentence expresses the act of taking a break from a specific activity, in this case, work. 'Pausa' here refers to a short period of time in which you stop what you're doing, usually as a way to rest and relax.