Beginner School & Classroom

Recess

/rɪˈses/ noun

Meaning

A short break during the school day for rest or play.

हिंदी मेंस्कूल के दिन के दौरान आराम या खेलने के लिए एक छोटा अवकाश।

Example Sentences

“The children played outside during recess.”

बच्चों ने अवकाश के दौरान बाहर खेला।

“Recess lasts twenty minutes.”

यह अवकाश बीस मिनट तक चलता है।

⚠ Common Mistake

More common in American English — British English usually says "break" or "break time" instead.

Good to Know

Synonyms
break, break time (British)
Countable
countable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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