ひといき 一息つく Show inflections LinksSentence search for 一息つくSentence search for ひといきつくSentence search for 一息吐くKanji details for 一 and 息Edit in JMdict Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ku' ending1. to take a breather; to take a restSee also 一息入れるExpressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ku' ending2. to catch one's breath; to take a breathOther forms一息吐く 【ひといきつく】 Discussions Log in to talk about this word.