CEFR A1

sleep

verb, noun

Meaning

To rest your body and mind by closing your eyes and being unconscious.

Examples

I can't sleep because I'm too hot.
The baby is sleeping soundly in her crib.

Synonyms: rest, nap, slumber, doze

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sleep (A1)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: slēp

Definition

To rest your body and mind by closing your eyes and being unconscious.

Examples

I can't sleep because I'm too hot.
The baby is sleeping soundly in her crib.
He needs at least eight hours of sleep every night.

How to Use sleep

sleep in (phrasal verb): To sleep longer than usual, often past the normal time to wake up. — "I like to sleep in on Saturdays."
sleep on (phrasal verb): To delay making a decision until the next day, after sleeping on it. — "Let me sleep on it and I'll give you my answer tomorrow."
sleep through (prepositional phrase): To continue sleeping without waking up, even if there is noise or disturbance. — "She slept through the storm."

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