nap
word
/ˈnæp/
nap
/nˈæp/
nap
Definition
A nap is a short sleep, usually taken during the day to rest and feel more refreshed.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to a short daytime sleep: 'take a nap' is the most common phrase. It is neutral and very common in everyday speech; for babies, people also say 'have a nap.' Don't confuse it with full nighttime sleep.
Spanish: siesta - dormitaPortuguese (BR): cochilo - sonecaPortuguese (PT): sesta - sonecaChinese (Simplified): 小睡 - 打盹Chinese (Traditional): 小睡 - 打盹Hindi: झपकी - थोड़ी देर की नींदArabic: قيلولة - غفوةBengali: ঝিমুনি - ঘুম (হালকা, দিনের সময়)Russian: дневной сон - короткий сонJapanese: 昼寝（ひるね）Vietnamese: ngủ trưa - ngủ ngắnKorean: 낮잠Turkish: kestirme - kısa uykuUrdu: جھپکیIndonesian: tidur siang - tidur sebentar
Example Sentences
I need a nap after lunch.
basic
The baby is taking a nap now.
basic
A short nap can help you feel better.
basic
I was so tired that I accidentally took a two-hour nap on the couch.
natural
If I nap too late in the day, I can't sleep at night.
natural
Go home and take a nap — you'll feel a lot better afterward.
natural