Dormez (en. Sleep)
/dɔʁ.me/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
The action of resting or falling into a state of sleep.
In this room, sleep peacefully.
Dans cette pièce, dormez tranquillement.
A state of temporary cessation of conscious activity.
Sleep well, because tomorrow we have a long day.
Dormez bien, car demain nous avons une longue journée.
To fold one's body to rest, to go to bed.
Sleep on your side for better comfort.
Dormez sur le côté pour un meilleur confort.
Etymology
From old French 'dormir', coming from Latin 'dormire'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Sleep well!
A wish for someone to have a good night's sleep.
Dormez bien !
Sleep soundly.
To sleep deeply and peacefully.
Dormez à poings fermés.
Sleep like a baby.
To sleep very deeply without interruption.
Dormez comme un bébé.
Related Words
sleep
Verb meaning to be in a state of sleep.
dormir
sleep
A state of rest during which the body is inactive.
sommeil
wake
The action of waking someone from their sleep.
réveiller
Slang Meanings
Folder
After a tiring day, I'm going to completely fold.
Après une journée fatiguante, je vais folder complètement.
Chouter
He's so exhausted, he's going to chouter as soon as he lies down.
Il est tellement épuisé, il va chouter dès qu'il se couche.