have a break vs take a break

Both 'have a break' and 'take a break' are correct phrases in English, but 'take a break' is more commonly used. They both convey the same meaning of pausing from an activity to rest or relax.

Last updated: April 07, 2024 • 228 views

have a break

This phrase is correct but less commonly used compared to 'take a break'.

This phrase means to pause from an activity to rest or relax. It is grammatically correct but not as commonly used as 'take a break'.

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OK, you can have a break.
Having stronger bones means they are less likely to have a break or fracture.
So, I have a break in a minute.
No, it's just nice to have a break from the project.
It'd be good for you to have a break.
We close at Easter and have a break till mid-May.
Some people then began to ask if they could have a break.
It's so nice to have a break from the hospital.
We get Matt to entertain those two so we can have a break.
Maurice, come and have a break!
It may be boring for you, but I am happy to have a break.
Mr. Yoshida, let's have a break and drink this.
It's good for you because you can have a break after all these fantastic people.
We shall have a break for cola, pizza, ice cream.
It'd be good for you to have a break.
Therefore have a break from the salt for a while, and you will begin to see the cravings get more manageable.
have a break with something to drink
Regenerate and stimulate your inspiration, have a break from the routine and immerse yourself for 4 days in the best the industry has to offer.
We'll have a break, you can smoke by the window.

Alternatives:

take a break
have a rest
take a rest
get some rest
pause for a break

take a break

This phrase is the more commonly used version to indicate pausing from an activity to rest or relax.

This phrase means to pause from an activity to rest or relax. It is the more commonly used version compared to 'have a break'.

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The take a break reminder lets you set a reminder to take a break while watching videos. The reminder will pause your video until you dismiss it or resume ...
Nov 21, 2023 ... The meaning of TAKE A BREAK is to stop doing something for a short period of time : to rest. How to use take a break in a sentence.
1 Whether you plan a vacation, a staycation, or a playcation, it's essential to take a break from your job, your routine, and the demands of life to keep stress ...

Alternatives:

have a break
have a rest
take a rest
get some rest
pause for a break

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