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take a breath

/teɪk ə breθ/

Traducción: Inhalar aire en los pulmones o, en sentido figurado, hacer una pausa y relajarse por un momento, especialmente en una situación estresante o tensa.

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/teɪk ə breθ/A2informal
  • esInhalar aire en los pulmones o, en sentido figurado, hacer una pausa y relajarse por un momento, especialmente en una situación estresante o tensa.

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.

    esrespirar profundamente

    • 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.

    estomar un respiro

    • 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.