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    Acostarse (en. Lie down)

    /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.