dreams
word · lemma: dream
/ˈdɹimz/
dreemz
/dɹˈiːmz/
dreemz
Definition
Experiences or images your mind creates while you sleep; also, hopes or ambitions you wish to achieve in life.
Usage & Nuances
"Dreams" can mean literal sleep experiences or metaphorically, your ambitions. Often found in "follow your dreams" or "sweet dreams." Countable in English ("many dreams"). Distinct from "daydreams" (awake fantasies).
Spanish: sueñosPortuguese (BR): sonhosPortuguese (PT): sonhosChinese (Simplified): 梦想 - 梦（睡觉时的）Chinese (Traditional): 夢想 - 夢（睡覺時的）Hindi: सपनेArabic: أحلامBengali: স্বপ্নRussian: сны - мечтыJapanese: 夢Vietnamese: giấc mơKorean: 꿈Turkish: rüyalar - hayallerUrdu: خوابIndonesian: mimpi - cita-cita
Example Sentences
I had strange dreams last night.
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Her dreams are to travel the world.
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Children often have big dreams.
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He finally achieved his childhood dreams.
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Don't give up on your dreams.
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My dreams felt so real, I woke up confused.
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