Definitions
v. To become calm and comfortable, or make someone feel this way.
放松；休息
v. To make muscles less tight, or become less tight.
放松肌肉；松弛
v. To make rules or restrictions less strict.
放宽；放松限制
Example
I like to relax with music after dinner.
我喜欢晚饭后听音乐放松。
Regular access to green spaces helps urban residents relax and may improve their overall mental health.
经常接触绿地有助于城市居民放松，也可能改善他们的整体心理健康。
Collocations
- relax your muscles
- relax restrictions
- sit back and relax
Word family
- relaxation (n.)
- relaxed (adj.)
- relaxing (adj.)
Synonyms
- unwind
Antonyms
- tense up
Usage tip
人感到放松用relaxed；事物令人放松用relaxing。
FAQ
- What does relax mean?
- To become calm and comfortable, or make someone feel this way. To make muscles less tight, or become less tight. To make rules or restrictions less strict.
- How is relax pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈlæks/, US /rɪˈlæks/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
