昼寝

ひるね
Alternative writings: 昼寐
JLPT:N2
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1A short nap taken during the day, especially in the afternoon, for rest or refreshment.

NounGroup 3 VerbIntransitive Verb

Examples

赤ちゃんが昼寝している間に家事を済ませた。

I finished the housework while the baby was napping.

昼休みに少し昼寝をすると午後の仕事がはかどる。

Taking a short nap during lunch break helps me get more done in the afternoon.

夏休みは毎日、午後に昼寝をするのが習慣になっている。

During summer vacation, taking an afternoon nap every day has become a habit.

猫は一日の大半を昼寝をして過ごす。

Cats spend most of the day napping.

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