take a breather

• Expresión informal que significa hacer una breve pausa para descansar, relajarse o recuperar el aliento, especialmente después de un esfuerzo físico o un período de actividad intensa.

An informal expression meaning to pause briefly to rest, relax, or catch one's breath, especially after physical exertion or a period of intense activity.

1. Pause to restB1informal

   To stop an activity for a short period in order to rest and regain energy.

   Tomar un respiro

   • After running for an hour, he decided to take a breather.
   • Let's take a breather before we continue working.
   • She took a breather to catch her breath after climbing the stairs.