冬休み

ふゆやすみ

Fuyuyasumi

Definition:

Noun

1. winter vacation

Wikipedia definition

2. Winter vacation is an alternative to summer vacation in areas that have harsh winters and mild summers. Winter vacation allows economical savings from not having to provide heat to school buildings during the winter, as well as allowing the students to travel to warmer areas. Conversely, since winter vacation eliminates the summer vacation, children may miss opportunities to play in the summer when the weather is more enjoyable.

Kanji Breakdown:

冬 - winter

休 - rest, day off, retire,sleep

Japanese Definition:

冬に仕事を休むこと。また、正月をはさんで学校が授業を休むこと。冬の休暇。《季冬》「文鎮の鍔 (つば) は厳 (いか) しき―／正雄」

More Examples:

やがて冬休みも終わるだろう。

It will not be long before the winter vacation ends.