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一息つく 【ひといきつく】

  1. [exp,v5k] to take a breather; to take a rest
  2. [exp,v5k] to catch one's breath; to take a breath
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings
一 One, One Radical (no.1) イチ, イツ ひと-, ひと.つ
息 Breath, Respiration, Son, Interest (on Money) ソク いき