课间操通常用英语表示为 "recess" 或 "break time"。这个词源自拉丁语 "recessus"，意为"退后，空闲时间"。
例句：
"Recess is only for 15 minutes, so make sure to use your time wisely." (课间操只有15分钟，所以要珍惜时间)
"Can we play soccer during break time?" (我们课间操可以踢足球吗？)
"The students are excited for recess." (学生们对课间操兴奋不已)