rest
rest — 名詞
1. what is left of something after a portion has been removed, consumed, or otherwi
其餘；剩餘
剩下的部分或其他人事物
what is left of something after a portion has been removed, consumed, or otherwise handled — for instance, eating half your lunch and saving what remains for later, or asking five people and waiting for the others to answer.
Cole ate half the pizza and put the rest in the fridge.
Cole 吃了一半的披薩，把其餘的放進冰箱。
the rest of + noun phrase carrying over
Only three guests have arrived; the rest are stuck in traffic.
只有三位客人到了，其餘的人還塞在路上。
the rest as pronoun for people
Yael finished the first chapter and plans to read the rest tonight.
Yael 讀完第一章，打算今晚把剩下的部分看完。
Most students passed, but the rest will need to retake the exam next month.
大部分學生都及格了，其餘的人下個月需要重考。
The rest of the cake was left on the kitchen counter overnight.
蛋糕的其餘部分一整晚都留在廚房流理臺上。
文法句型
the rest of + [noun phrase]
the rest + [verb]
用法筆記
Always used with the definite article 'the' when referring to what remains. Can be followed by 'of + noun phrase' (the rest of the team) or used alone as a pronoun (the rest are coming).
常見錯誤
2. a time when you stop doing an activity so that your body or mind can recover ene
休息
讓身體或心靈恢復的一段時間
a time when you stop doing an activity so that your body or mind can recover energy — for example, lying down for a few minutes after a long walk, or taking a short break from studying.
After hiking for six hours, Eleni sat on a rock to take a rest.
Eleni 走了六個小時的山路後，坐在一塊岩石上休息一下。
take a rest — common collocation
The doctor told Mert he needed a few days of bed rest after the surgery.
醫生告訴 Mert，他的手術後需要臥床休息幾天。
Nellie could not get a good night's rest because of the noisy construction outside.
Nellie 因為外面施工的噪音，一整晚都睡不好。
A short rest between study sessions helps you remember what you have learned.
讀書時短暫休息一下，有助於記住所學的內容。
Samir put down his tools and told the crew it was time for a rest.
Samir 放下工具，告訴工班該休息了。
文法句型
have/take/get a rest
need a rest
用法筆記
Frequently paired with 'have', 'take', or 'get'. The phrase 'bed rest' is a fixed medical term meaning staying in bed to recover from illness or injury.
常見錯誤
3. a measured gap of silence in a piece of music, shown by a specific written symbo
休止符
樂譜中表示靜默的記號
a measured gap of silence in a piece of music, shown by a specific written symbol that tells performers how long to stay quiet before playing again.
The sheet music showed a quarter rest after the first three notes.
那張樂譜在前三個音符之後標了一個四分休止符。
quarter rest — specific duration of silence
During the final rest, the entire orchestra fell silent for two full beats.
在最後的休止期間，整個樂團安靜了整整兩拍。
Amihan counted carefully to make sure she held the rest for exactly one measure.
Amihan 仔細數拍子，確保自己準確地休止了一整個小節。
The conductor reminded the cellists not to skip the eighth rest before the next note.
指揮提醒大提琴手，在奏下一個音符之前不要漏掉八分休止符。
文法句型
a + [number] + rest
play a rest
用法筆記
Rests have standard durations matching note values: whole rest, half rest, quarter rest, eighth rest, etc. The term is used only in musical contexts.
常見錯誤
4. a condition in which something is not moving or not engaged in any activity — fo
靜止
不活動或不動的狀態
a condition in which something is not moving or not engaged in any activity — for example, a ball lying still on the ground, or a machine that has been turned off.
The ball rolled across the grass and finally came to rest against a tree.
球滾過草地，最後靠在一棵樹旁停了下來。
come to rest — stop moving
An object at rest will stay still unless a force pushes it.
靜止的物體除非有外力推動，否則會保持不動。
at rest — physics sense of stillness
The old train carriage has sat at rest on the same track for over twenty years.
那輛舊火車車廂在同一個軌道上靜止停放了二十多年。
Ramón watched the pendulum swing less and then come to rest at the centre.
Ramón 看著鐘擺愈擺愈小，最後在正中央停了下來。
- stillness
almost identical; slightly more poetic/literary
- immobility
more formal; not moving at all, often due to an inability to move
文法句型
at rest
come to rest
用法筆記
Used in physics and general description. 'Come to rest' describes the moment when a moving object stops. 'At rest' describes an object that is already not moving.
5. a polite or gentle way of saying that someone has died, avoiding the directness
長眠；安息
委婉表示死亡
a polite or gentle way of saying that someone has died, avoiding the directness of the word 'dead' — for example, saying 'Grandmother is now at rest' instead of 'Grandmother is dead'.
The priest said that Grandfather was finally at rest after his long illness.
牧師說祖父在久病之後終於安息了。
at rest — euphemism for being dead
The family gathered at the cemetery to lay their beloved aunt to rest.
家人聚集在墓園，為他們親愛的小姨舉行安葬儀式。
lay someone to rest — bury someone
On the gravestone, the family had carved the words 'At rest with the Lord.'
家人在墓碑上刻了「在主懷中安息」幾個字。
The community held a quiet ceremony to lay the victims of the fire to rest.
社區舉行了一場安靜的儀式，將火災罹難者安葬。
文法句型
at rest
lay someone to rest
put someone to rest
用法筆記
Almost always used in the fixed phrases 'at rest' or 'lay [someone] to rest'. Marked as formal or respectful; not used in casual conversation about death. The phrase 'put something to rest' has a different meaning (to end a rumour or concern).
常見錯誤
6. an object or part of an object that holds something else in position or carries
靠墊；支架
支撐物體或身體部位的裝置
an object or part of an object that holds something else in position or carries its weight — for example, an armrest on a chair, a chin rest on a violin, or a footrest under a desk.
The armchair had a padded rest for each arm, making it very comfortable.
那張扶手椅的兩側都有軟墊扶手，坐起來非常舒適。
a rest for [body part] — support structure
The violinist adjusted the chin rest on her instrument before starting to play.
那位小提琴手在開始演奏之前調整了一下樂器上的腮托。
Sari pulled the footrest out from under her desk to prop up her tired feet.
Sari 把桌下的腳踏墊拉出來，讓疲勞的雙腳有地方擱。
The mechanic placed the engine block on a sturdy metal rest before working underneath it.
技師把引擎本體放到一個穩固的金屬支架上，才開始在下面施工。
文法句型
a rest for + [body part / object]
用法筆記
Often appears as part of a compound noun: armrest, footrest, headrest, chin rest. The type of rest is usually clear from what part of the body or object it supports.
7. a short stop or break in movement, especially when something that was moving slo
停留；停止
移動過程中的短暫停下
a short stop or break in movement, especially when something that was moving slows down and stops — for example, a car that comes to a rest at a red light, or a bird that pauses on a branch before flying again.
The elevator shuddered and then came to a rest between the second and third floors.
電梯震了一下，然後在二樓和三樓之間停了下來。
come to a rest — stop moving
A butterfly fluttered from flower to flower without a moment's rest.
一隻蝴蝶在花叢間飛來飛去，一刻也不停留。
The water in the pond was completely at rest, reflecting the clouds above.
池塘的水面完全平靜，映照著天上的雲朵。
The spinning top wobbled and then came to rest on the wooden floor.
陀螺搖晃了幾秒鐘，最後在木地板上停了下來。
- halt
more sudden or deliberate; implies an intended stop
- standstill
complete stop with no movement at all
文法句型
come to a rest
without rest
用法筆記
Overlaps with sense 4 (STATE OF STILLNESS), but this sense focuses on the event of stopping rather than the ongoing state. Often used after motion verbs like 'come', 'bring', 'roll'.
rest — 動詞
1. to take a deliberate pause from work, motion, or any tiring activity so that you
休息；歇息
暫停活動以恢復體力
to take a deliberate pause from work, motion, or any tiring activity so that your body or mind can regain its energy — for example, lying on the sofa after a long workday, or sitting down to catch your breath while running.
After carrying boxes all morning, Élise sat down to rest for a few minutes.
Élise 搬了一整個上午的箱子，坐下來休息了幾分鐘。
rest + for + [time period]
The runners rested by the river before continuing the race through the hills.
跑者在河邊歇了歇腳，然後繼續跑過丘陵賽道。
Samir rested his eyes for a moment after staring at the computer screen all day.
Samir 盯著電腦螢幕看了一整天後，閉上眼睛休息了一會兒。
Rest that injured ankle for a week before walking on it.
你應該讓受傷的腳踝休息至少一個星期，才能再走路。
The hikers stopped to rest when they reached the mountain hut.
爬山的人抵達山屋後停了下來休息。
文法句型
rest + [alone]
rest + [body part]
rest + from + [activity]
用法筆記
Can be used transitively (rest your legs) or intransitively (rest for a while). The transitive sense means 'to allow a body part to recover by not using it'.
常見錯誤
2. to place an object onto a surface or lean it against something sturdy so it stay
擱；靠
將物體放置在某處讓其重量被支撐
to place an object onto a surface or lean it against something sturdy so it stays where it is, or for an object to be held in position — for example, leaning a broom against a wall, or propping your chin on your hand while you think.
Yael rested her chin on her hand and stared out the window during the lecture.
Yael 用手托著下巴，在漫長的課堂上凝視窗外。
rest + [body part] + on + [surface]
The ladder was resting against the side of the house while the painter climbed up.
梯子靠在房子外牆上，油漆工正往上爬。
Ramón carefully rested the guitar case against the wall before sitting down.
Ramón 小心翼翼地將吉他盒靠牆放好，然後坐了下來。
The old wooden beam rests on a stone foundation built over a hundred years ago.
那根老木樑擱在一百多年前建造的石地基上。
- lift
to raise something, removing weight from its support
文法句型
rest + on/against + [noun phrase]
rest + [object] + on/against + [noun phrase]
用法筆記
Often followed by 'on' or 'against'. 'Rest on' suggests top-to-bottom weight support. 'Rest against' suggests leaning at an angle.
常見錯誤
3. to be based on or depend on something — for example, a legal argument that rests
基於；在於
以某事物為基礎或依賴某事物
to be based on or depend on something — for example, a legal argument that rests on one key piece of evidence, or a reputation that rests on years of good work.
The prosecution's entire case rests on the testimony of a single witness.
檢方的整個案件都建立在一個目擊證人的證詞上。
rest on — depend on for validity
Her reputation as a fair judge rests upon decades of honest decisions.
她作為公正法官的聲譽，建立在數十年來的公正判決之上。
The company's future rests on whether the new product sells well in the first year.
公司的未來取決於新產品在第一年賣得好不好。
Success in this project rests on the whole team working together, not on one person.
這個專案的成功在於整個團隊的合作，而不是靠某一個人。
- depend on
more common in everyday speech; implies a conditional relationship
- hinge on
suggests a critical, make-or-break dependence
- be founded on
formal; suggests a solid basis or foundation
- stand alone
to not be dependent on anything else
文法句型
rest on + [noun phrase]
rest upon + [noun phrase]
用法筆記
Always followed by 'on' or 'upon' (more formal). The pattern is [subject] rests on [foundation/cause]. Often used in formal, academic, or legal contexts.
常見錯誤
4. to stay in a particular condition or place without changing — for example, a que
保持；留
維持某種狀態或停留在某處
to stay in a particular condition or place without changing — for example, a question that remains unanswered, or a secret that is kept safely unknown.
The matter cannot rest here; we need to find a proper solution by Friday.
這件事不能就這樣算了，我們必須在星期五之前找到適當的解決辦法。
rest + [adverb of place] — remain unresolved
The final decision rests with the board of directors, not with the manager.
最終決定權在董事會手上，而不是經理。
The question of who broke the window will not rest until someone admits it.
是誰打破窗戶的這個問題，在有人承認之前不會就此不了了之。
Let the matter rest for now — we can discuss it again at next week's meeting.
這件事先放著吧——我們可以在下週的會議上再討論。
文法句型
rest + [adjective/adverb]
rest + [prepositional phrase]
用法筆記
Often used in the fixed expression 'let the matter rest' meaning 'stop discussing it for now'. The phrase 'rest assured' (be confident that) is a related idiomatic use: 'Rest assured that we will inform you immediately.'
常見錯誤
5. said by a lawyer in court to formally announce that they have finished presentin
陳述完畢
律師宣布舉證結束的法律用語
said by a lawyer in court to formally announce that they have finished presenting all their evidence and arguments, meaning no further witnesses or documents will be offered to support their side.
The prosecutor stood up and told the judge, 'The State rests its case, Your Honor.'
檢察官站起來對法官說：「檢方陳述完畢，庭上。」
rest one's case — formal legal statement
After the defence lawyer rested her case, the jury began to discuss the verdict.
辯護律師陳述完畢後，陪審團開始討論判決。
Nellie, frustrated with the argument, said, 'Well, I rest my case,' and walked away.
Nellie 對這場爭論感到不耐煩，說：「看吧，我說完了。」然後轉身離開。
The defence attorney announced, 'The defence rests, Your Honor,' and returned to her seat.
辯護律師宣布：「辯方陳述完畢，庭上。」然後回到自己的座位上。
文法句型
rest one's case
用法筆記
The literal meaning is used only in courtrooms. Outside of law, 'I rest my case' is used humorously or sarcastically to mean 'my point has been proven by what just happened'.
常見錯誤
6. to be a professional actor who is currently not employed in any production — a t
待業
演員暫時沒有演出工作
to be a professional actor who is currently not employed in any production — a temporary condition between acting jobs, not a permanent career change.
After the musical closed, Mert spent six months resting before his next role came along.
音樂劇結束後，Mert 休息了六個月才有下一個演出機會。
theatrical use — UK informal
Most actors in London rest for several weeks between theatre contracts.
倫敦的演員在兩個舞台劇合約之間通常會待業好幾週。
The flyer said the lead actress was resting and not giving interviews.
宣傳單上說女主角正在休息，暫不接採訪。
Samir told his agent he did not mind resting until a better role came up.
Samir 告訴經紀人，他不介意休息到有更好的角色出現。
- unemployed
general term; 'resting' is the specific theatre-industry euphemism
- working
having an acting job
- performing
actively on stage or on set
文法句型
rest + [alone]
用法筆記
Primarily British theatre jargon. Not used in American English in this sense. Avoid using this in general conversation as most English speakers will not understand it.