lean back

• Sich aus einer aufrechten Haltung nach hinten lehnen oder den Oberkörper zurückneigen, oft um sich zu entspannen oder es bequemer zu haben.

To recline or tilt one's body backward from an upright position, often to relax, rest, or get comfortable.

1. Recline or tilt backwardA2informal

   To move your body or a part of it backward from an upright position, often to relax or avoid something.

   Sich zurücklehnen

   • He leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes.
   • She leaned back to avoid the swinging branch.
   • The passenger leaned back to get more comfortable.

2. Relax or take it easyB1informal

   To stop worrying or working hard; to relax.

   Sich entspannen

   • After a long day, he just wanted to lean back and watch TV.
   • You should lean back and enjoy the weekend.
   • She leaned back and let the music wash over her.