This is the 10783rd most frequent German word.
ruhezeit
"Ruhezeit" means "rest period" or "quiet time" in English.
In this sentence, 'Ruhezeit' refers to the period of rest following an activity, highlighting its temporal aspect within a specific context (after eating).
Die Ruhezeit nach dem Essen beträgt mindestens ein Stündchen.
The resting time after the meal is at least one hour.
Here, 'Ruhezeit' is used to denote a prescribed period of quietness, important in institutional or public spaces like a library.
In der Bibliothek ist während der Ruhezeit absolute Stille erforderlich.
In the library, absolute silence is required during the quiet time.
This usage of 'Ruhezeit' relates to a mandated rest interval as per legal or professional regulations, important in occupational contexts.