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Jyutpingseoi6 min4
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Definition
Sleep; a state of natural rest characterized by temporary unconsciousness and reduced responsiveness.
neutralhealthdaily actions
How it's used
While 睡眠 is a standard noun for sleep, it sounds quite formal or clinical in everyday conversation. Most people prefer using the verb phrase 瞓覺 when talking about the act of sleeping. You will mostly encounter 睡眠 in health contexts, such as medical advice or discussions about sleep quality.
Examples
Has your sleep quality been good lately?
Not getting enough sleep will affect your health.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use 睡眠 as a verb. It is strictly a noun, so you cannot say 佢睡眠咗. Use 瞓覺 instead if you want to describe the action of sleeping.
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Grammar guides
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