Italian Expression · Intermediate
prendere una pausa
to take a break
Pronunciation: PREN-de-re OO-na PAH-oo-za
Meaning
To stop working or doing an activity for a short period to rest or refresh oneself.
Example
Dovremmo prendere una pausa e bere un caffè.
We should take a break and have a coffee.
Practice tips
- Practice prendere una pausa out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian expression is for intermediate-level learners.