Pausimine

Pausimine is a noun in Estonian meaning the act of pausing or taking a break. It is formed from paus, meaning pause, with the suffix -imine that marks an action or process. The term is used in both everyday language and more specialized contexts to refer to a temporary interruption of an activity.

In daily life, pausimine can describe short breaks from work or study, moments of waiting, or periods of reflection. In media and technology, it commonly refers to pausing audio or video playback, or pausing a running computer process. In sports and performing arts, pausimine can denote a brief stop intended for recovery, strategy, or preparation.

Linguistically, pausimine can be viewed as a general concept of interruption within a sequence of actions or discourse. It may be discussed in relation to pauses in speech, turn-taking in conversation, or the management of flow in performance and instruction. While the term is primarily Estonian, the idea it represents—temporary cessation of activity for a purpose such as rest, review, or transition—has broader cross-linguistic relevance.