This is the 3575th most frequent Dutch word.
pauze
Pause; break; a short period of rest or interruption.
Here 'pauze' means a 'break' or a 'rest period' from an activity, indicating a temporary pause.
Ik neem een korte pauze van mijn werk.
I am taking a short break from my work.
Here 'pauze' refers to a specific scheduled time for recess or rest, such as in a school or workplace setting.
Tijdens de pauze speel ik piano.
During the break, I play the piano.
In this context, 'pauze' represents an intermission or designated break during an event, specifically a film screening.