This is the 3097th most frequent Japanese word.
休み
"休み" means "rest" or "holiday."
In this sentence, '休み' is used as a noun meaning 'day off' or 'holiday', indicating that it is a designated time for rest or personal relaxation.
今日は休みなので、家でゆっくりします。
Today is a day off, so I will relax at home.
Here, '休み' functions as a noun meaning 'time off', referring to a period away from work or obligations for the sake of rest or recovery.
忙しいですが、少し休みを取るべきです。
Although you are busy, you should take some time off.
In this context, '休みます' is the verb form meaning 'to rest', showing the action of taking a rest during the mentioned time (the weekend).