Soñolienta (en. Sleepy)

[soɲoˈljenta]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a person who tends to feel sleepy.
After lunch, I feel sleepy.
Después de la comida, me siento soñolienta.
Description of an environment or place that induces sleep.
The sunny afternoon in the park was very sleepy.
La tarde soleada en el parque era muy soñolienta.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'sueño', related to the state of drowsiness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be very sleepy
To feel extremely tired or sleepy.
estar muy soñolienta
to have a sleepy dream
To have a light sleep that can be easily interrupted.
tener un sueño soñoliento

Related Words

dream
A natural state of rest in which conscious activity stops.
sueño
drowsiness
Sensation of feeling sleepy and desire to sleep.
somnolencia

Slang Meanings

To feel as if you are in a trance.
After that meeting, I was sleepy as if I were in a deep dream.
Después de esa reunión, estaba soñolienta como si estuviera en un sueño profundo.
To be very fatigued or tired.
Today I feel sleepy, I think I need a coffee.
Hoy me siento soñolienta, creo que necesito un café.