This is the 11446th most frequent French word.
reposer
To rest or to lay down.
Here, 'reposer' is used reflexively, 'se reposer,' meaning 'to rest' as in taking a break or relaxing.
Je vais me reposer un peu après le travail.
I am going to rest a little after work.
In this context, 'reposer' means 'to put back' or 'to place back,' indicating the action of setting something down.
Elle repose la tasse sur la table doucement.
She gently places the cup on the table.
Here, 'reposer' takes on a figurative sense, meaning 'to be based on' or 'to rely on,' as used metaphorically.