snores
word · lemma: snore
Definition
Makes a loud or harsh breathing noise while sleeping.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the involuntary sound some people make when sleeping. Used for people and sometimes joked about with pets. Common collocations: 'someone snores loudly', 'can’t sleep because he snores'. Only for sleeping—not for awake noises.
Spanish: roncaPortuguese (BR): roncaPortuguese (PT): roncaChinese (Simplified): 打鼾Chinese (Traditional): 打鼾Hindi: खर्राटे लेता हैArabic: يشخرBengali: ঘরঘর করে শব্দ করে ঘুমানো - নাক ডাকাRussian: храпетьJapanese: いびきをかくVietnamese: ngáyKorean: 코를 골다Turkish: horlamakUrdu: خراٹے لیناIndonesian: mendengkur
Example Sentences
My dad snores every night.
basic
She always snores when she is very tired.
basic
The dog snores loudly on the sofa.
basic
Whenever Tom snores, his wife nudges him to stop.
natural
Nobody can sleep when Grandpa snores!
natural
If your roommate snores, earplugs are a must.
natural