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take a breath

/teɪk ə breθ/

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phrase

/teɪk ə breθ/A2informal
  • ruВдохнуть воздух в легкие, или, в переносном смысле, сделать паузу и на мгновение расслабиться, особенно в стрессовой или напряженной ситуации.

To inhale air into the lungs, or figuratively, to pause and relax momentarily, especially during a stressful or busy situation.

  1. Inhale airA1formal

    To draw air into the lungs, especially in a deliberate or noticeable way.

    ruВдохнуть

    • She took a deep breath before diving into the water.
    • He took a breath and began his speech.
    • Take a breath and relax before you continue.
  2. Pause to relaxA2informal

    To stop and rest for a moment, especially to calm down or regain composure.

    ruПеревести дух

    • Just take a breath and think before you answer.
    • After running, he stopped to take a breath.
    • She told herself to take a breath and not panic.