sleep
word
/ˈsɫip/
SLEEP
/slˈiːp/
SLEEP
Definition
To rest your body and mind by closing your eyes and becoming unconscious for a period of time, usually at night. Also refers to the act or state of resting in this way.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly a verb and a noun. Phrases: 'fall asleep' (start sleeping), 'get enough sleep'. Usually formal or neutral tone. Don't confuse with 'nap' (short sleep). 'Sleep' also used in compounds like 'sleepwalking'.
Spanish: dormirPortuguese (BR): dormirPortuguese (PT): dormirChinese (Simplified): 睡觉Chinese (Traditional): 睡覺Hindi: नींदArabic: نومBengali: ঘুমRussian: спать - сонJapanese: 眠る - 眠りVietnamese: ngủ - giấc ngủKorean: 자다 - 잠Turkish: uyumak - uykuUrdu: سوناIndonesian: tidur
Example Sentences
I usually sleep eight hours every night.
basic
He cannot sleep because of the noise outside.
basic
Babies need a lot of sleep every day.
basic
I couldn’t sleep a wink last night; the street was too noisy.
natural
Make sure you sleep well before the exam.
natural
After a long trip, all I wanted was to sleep in my own bed.
natural