noun

sleepyhead

SLEE-pee-hehd

Sleepyhead (noun) means (informal) A person who is sleepy, or who tends to sleep in — often used affectionately. Example: “Come on, sleepyhead, breakfast is getting cold.”

noun

(informal) A person who is sleepy, or who tends to sleep in — often used affectionately.

"Come on, sleepyhead, breakfast is getting cold."

How to use sleepyhead

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA playful name for someone who's drowsy or slow to wake up.

When to use it

Informal and usually affectionate, often used with children.

Word forms

sleepyheads plural

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Etymology

From "sleepy" plus "head."

Rhymes for sleepyhead

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sleepyhead” mean?

The word “sleepyhead” means (informal) A person who is sleepy, or who tends to sleep in — often used affectionately. In plain terms, a playful name for someone who's drowsy or slow to wake up.

How do you pronounce “sleepyhead”?

“Sleepyhead” is pronounced SLEE-pee-hehd (/ˈslipiˌhɛd/ in IPA).

How do you use “sleepyhead” in a sentence?

Here is “sleepyhead” used in a sentence: “Come on, sleepyhead, breakfast is getting cold.”

What part of speech is “sleepyhead”?

“Sleepyhead” is a noun.