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[ひる()·()]
hirune
noun, suru verb

Alternate Written Forms:

[ひる()·()]
hirune
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Root Words:

[ひる() + ()]
hiru + ne

English Meaning(s) for 昼寝

noun, suru verb
  1. nap (afternoon); siesta

Definition and Synonyms for 昼寝

Catnap take a siesta
Synonyms: 午睡, 昼寝
Siesta a nap in the early afternoon (especially in hot countries)
Synonyms: シエスタ, 仮寝, 午睡, うたた寝, 昼寝
Sleep a period of time spent sleeping
Synonyms: 昼寝, 眠り, 眠る, 睡眠時間

Meanings for each kanji in 昼寝

» daytime; noon
» lie down; sleep; rest; bed; remain unsold

Categories 昼寝 is a member of

Kip be asleep
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Snooze sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed)
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Period an amount of time
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Sample Sentences for 昼寝

He tried to make up for his lack of sleep by taking a nap.
I'm going to have a siesta.
I would often take naps on Sundays.
You may as well take a nap as read such a magazine.
Well, I watch television, take a nap, or take a walk in the park nearby.

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