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    Nap (en. Nap)

    /næp/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A light sleep usually taken during the day.
    He took a twenty-minute nap after lunch.
    Il a fait une sieste de vingt minutes après le déjeuner.
    A period of rest in the afternoon.
    After classes, she likes to take a nap.
    Après les cours, elle aime faire une sieste.
    A moment of physical or mental rest.
    A short nap can improve your productivity.
    Une petite sieste peut améliorer votre productivité.

    Etymology

    Derived from the English 'nap', probably of Scandinavian origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a nap
    To take a short sleep during the day.
    faire une sieste
    to sleep like a log
    To sleep deeply, without worry.
    dormir sur ses deux oreilles
    to feel suddenly tired
    To feel a strong sudden fatigue, often followed by the urge to sleep.
    avoir un coup de barre

    Related Words

    nap
    A light sleep, usually taken in the afternoon.
    sieste
    rest
    A state of physical or mental inactivity.
    repos
    sleep
    Natural state of rest during which the body is inactive.
    sommeil

    Slang Meanings

    To stretch out to sleep for a moment.
    He took a 'power nap' before returning to work.
    Il s'est fait une 'sieste éclair' avant de retourner au travail.
    A moment of disconnection, a quick rest.
    After a bad movie, she decided to take a 'nano-nap'.
    Après un mauvais film, elle a décidé de prendre une 'nano-sieste'.