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schlummern — meaning in English

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English meaning

catnap noun A short, light sleep, often taken during the day.
slumber noun Sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep.

Senses

schlummern is used for these senses in English:

catnap (intransitive) To take a catnap (short sleep or nap). [from 1850s]
slumber (intransitive) To be in a very light state of sleep, almost awake.

slumber — full definition

noun Sleep, especially peaceful or restful sleep.
verb To sleep, especially peacefully.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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