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    Sommeil (en. Sleep)

    [sɔ.mɛj]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Physiological state of rest accompanied by a temporary loss of consciousness.
    Sleep is essential for the body's regeneration.
    Le sommeil est essentiel pour la régénération du corps.
    Period during which a person sleeps.
    He slept for eight hours of sleep.
    Il a dormi huit heures de sommeil.
    A specific set of sleep cycles.
    REM sleep is an important phase of the sleep cycle.
    Le sommeil paradoxal est une phase importante du cycle du sommeil.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'somnus', meaning 'sleep'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take a nap
    Sleep for a short moment.
    faire un somme
    to be sleepy
    To be tired and wish to sleep.
    avoir sommeil
    in the arms of Morpheus
    To be deeply asleep.
    dans les bras de Morphée

    Related Words

    to lull
    To bring someone into a state of sleep.
    endormir
    wakefulness
    State of alertness, opposite to sleep.
    veille
    hypnosis
    Altered state of consciousness often associated with sleep.
    hypnose

    Slang Meanings

    Sleep like a baby
    After a long day, I'm going to sleep like a baby.
    Après une longue journée, je vais dormir comme un bébé.
    To be on the edge
    After my nap, I'm always on the edge between sleep and wakefulness.
    Après la sieste, je suis toujours sur le fil entre le sommeil et l'éveil.