Osaban (en. They dared)

/oˈsaban/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Act of sleeping deeply.
After a exhausting day, I fell asleep on the sofa.
Después de un día agotador, me osaban en el sofá.
State of unconsciousness or deep sleep.
I was so tired that I fell asleep without realizing it.
Estaba tan cansado que me osaban sin darme cuenta.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'osar', which in some regions is associated with sleep.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stood asleep
It refers to someone who falls asleep while standing.
osaban de pie
did not dare the same
They did not fall asleep or would not fall into a deep sleep.
no osaban igual

Related Words

sleep
Natural state of rest in which the eyes close and consciousness is reduced.
sueño
to sleep
to rest the body in a state of sleep.
dormir
drowsiness
Feeling of sleepiness or being about to sleep.
somnolencia

Slang Meanings

To be so tired that you cannot stay awake.
After the party, I was in total sleep mode.
Después de la fiesta, estaba en un plan de osaban total.
To fall asleep in an inappropriate place.
In class, some students were in sleep mode.
En clase, algunos estudiantes se pusieron en osaban.