1. to stop; to suspend; to discontinue
E.g.: 休戦 (truce, armistice), 休刊 (suspension of publication)
2. to rest; to take a break; rest; repose
E.g.: 休憩 (rest, break), 休息 (relaxation)
3. good fortune; joy; happiness
E.g.: 休戚 (joys and sorrows)
4. good; excellent