Matutog (en. To sleep)

/ma.tu.tog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that refers to having a deep state of rest or slumber.
I need to sleep early to be alert at work tomorrow.
Kailangan kong matutog ng maaga upang maging alerto sa trabaho bukas.
The process of resting the body and mind from fatigue.
Instead of studying all night, it's better to sleep well.
Sa halip na mag-aral ng buong gabi, mas mabuti pang matutog ng maayos.
The state of having an unconscious mind.
You should sleep there because you look really tired.
Matutog ka na diyan dahil mukhang pagod na pagod ka na.

Etymology

From the word 'tulog' meaning 'sleep' or 'closing the eyes to rest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I will sleep now.
I will sleep now.
Matutog na ako.
I will say goodbye to sleep.
I will say goodbye to sleep.
Magpapaalam na ako para matutog.

Related Words

rest
A period of inactivity to recover from fatigue.
pahinga
resting
The action of taking a break or sleeping.
pamamahinga

Slang Meanings

Sleep or to sleep wherever.
Okay, I'm going to sleep now. It feels so good to sleep.
Sige, matutog na ako. Ang sarap ng pakiramdam ng tulog.
To start sleeping, usually after a long day or activity.
Wow, I'm so tired, it's time to sleep!
Grabe, sobrang pagod ako, time na para mag-matutog!
Closing your eyes or sleeping in a comfortable place.
That's okay, I'll just take a quick nap on the sofa.
Ayos lang yan, saglit lang akong matutog sa sofa.