CEFR B1

nap

noun

Meaning

A nap is a short sleep, usually during the day, taken to rest, recover energy, or feel less tired.

Examples

I took a nap after lunch.
The baby needs a short nap before dinner.

Synonyms: snooze, doze, rest

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nap (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /næp/

Definition

A nap is a short sleep, usually during the day, taken to rest, recover energy, or feel less tired.

Examples

I took a nap after lunch.
The baby needs a short nap before dinner.

How to Use nap

take a nap (verb phrase): to sleep briefly during the day — "I might take a nap before studying."
quick nap (collocation): a short sleep that does not last long — "A quick nap helped her focus."

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