relax · take a break
After a long journey or a busy day of exploring, this is the perfect phrase to describe wanting to relax! 😌 It's about settling down and giving your tired feet (and mind!) a much-needed break. Whether you're in a hotel, a cafe, or back home, it signals pure relaxation. ✨
💡 **Fun Fact!** While it literally means to elevate your feet, the idiom simply implies relaxing. You don't actually have to put your feet up! 😉 You can use it when you've just arrived at your destination, or after a long day of sightseeing. It's especially useful when someone asks you what you want to do after a strenuous activity.
Your friend just finished a long bus journey and says, "I'm so tired." Which English expression would you use to suggest they relax? A. Let's go hiking! B. You should put your feet up. C. Let's run a marathon!