[{"role": "user", "content": "I'm trying to express my exhaustion to an Italian friend, how would I translate 'I needed a breather' into Italian?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "The translation of 'I needed a breather' in Italian is 'Avevo bisogno di una pausa.' This phrase conveys the idea that you needed to take a break and rest for a while, which should help your friend understand your exhaustion."}]