siesta
1 synonym for siesta, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A short nap or rest taken in the early afternoon, especially during the hottest part of the day.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
shut-eye
How to use siesta
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
take a siesta
afternoon siesta
siesta time
Etymology
From Spanish siesta, going back to Latin sexta (hora), "the sixth hour" (counted from dawn) — that is, midday.
Full origin of siesta →Frequently asked questions
What does “siesta” mean?
The word “siesta” means a short nap or rest taken in the early afternoon, especially during the hottest part of the day. In plain terms, an afternoon nap, often built into the daily schedule in hot countries.
How do you pronounce “siesta”?
“Siesta” is pronounced see-EHS-tuh (/siˈɛstə/ in IPA).
How do you use “siesta” in a sentence?
Here is “siesta” used in a sentence: “Shops in the town close for a siesta between two and five.”
What is another word for “siesta”?
Words with a similar meaning to “siesta” include shut-eye.
What part of speech is “siesta”?
Depending on how it is used, “siesta” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “siesta” come from?
The word “siesta” comes from Latin. From Spanish siesta, going back to Latin sexta (hora), "the sixth hour" (counted from dawn) — that is, midday.
How many meanings does “siesta” have?
“Siesta” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short nap or rest taken in the early afternoon, especially during the hottest part of the day.
