Xiū ㄒㄧㄡ jau1

  • surname Xiu

xiū ㄒㄧㄡ jau1

  • to rest
  • to stop doing sth for a period of time
  • to cease
  • (imperative) don't

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 休 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 我在休假。 I've been on vacation.
  • 休息好嗎? Did you have a good rest?
  • 休息一下。 Relax a moment.
  • 我在休息。 I'm resting.
  • 我退休了。 I am retired.

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