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Definition
To toss and turn in one's sleep.
colloquialdaily actionshealth
How it's used
Describes the physical act of moving around restlessly while sleeping. It is often used to explain why someone feels tired the next day or to describe a child who moves across the entire bed during the night.
Examples
He tossed and turned all night, which kept me from sleeping well.
Are you tossing and turning because it is too hot?
Related words
Common phrases
tossing and turning all night
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 轉身, which is the general act of turning one's body while awake. 反瞓 specifically implies the involuntary, restless movement associated with sleep.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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