VERB

sich erholento recover; to rest; to recuperate

sich erholen is a German verb that means to recover, to rest, or to recuperate.

Definitions

1.to regain one's strength or health after illness, stress, or exertion(health, wellness)

a.to recover from illness or exertion

Nach der Operation muss er sich ein paar Wochen erholen.—After the surgery he needs to recover for a few weeks.

b.to rest or recuperate from stress or fatigue

Im Urlaub kann ich mich endlich richtig erholen.—On vacation I can finally really relax.

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What does "sich erholen" mean in English?
"sich erholen" means to recover, to rest, or to recuperate. It is a German verb.
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"sich erholen" is a verb in German.

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