Acostarse (en. To go to bed)

/akosˈtaɾse/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To lie down in a horizontal position on a surface, especially to sleep.
After dinner, I decided to go to bed early.
Después de cenar, decidí acostarme temprano.
To get into bed.
She went to bed after reading a book.
Ella se acostó después de leer un libro.
To go to sleep.
The children go to bed at nine.
Los niños se acuestan a las nueve.

Etymology

From the verb 'costar' with the prefix 'a-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to go to bed with the chickens
To go to bed very early.
acostarse con las gallinas
to go to bed with a clear conscience
To go to bed without worries.
acostarse a la buena de Dios
to go to bed poorly
Not being able to sleep well.
acostarse mal

Related Words

to wake up
To get up or come out of a state of sleep.
despertarse
to rest
To rest after an effort.
descansar

Slang Meanings

To kick back
After studying all day, I need to kick back.
Después de estudiar todo el día, necesito echar un pie.
To hook up
When I got home, I just wanted to hook up.
Cuando llegué a casa, solo quería ir a enrollarme.