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English - Norwegian
Asleep
əˈslip
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
sover, i dvale, uten bevissthet
Asleep meanings in Norwegian
sover
Example:
The baby is asleep in the crib.
Babyen sover i sengen.
He fell asleep during the movie.
Han sovnet under filmen.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe someone who is in a state of sleep.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'asleep' in Norwegian, referring to the physical state of sleeping.
i dvale
Example:
The bear is asleep in its den for the winter.
Bjørnen er i dvale i hulen sin for vinteren.
Some species of frogs can be asleep for months.
Noen arter av frosker kan være i dvale i flere måneder.
Usage: formalContext: Used to describe a state of dormancy or hibernation, often in animals.
Note: This usage is more specific and is often found in scientific or literary contexts.
uten bevissthet
Example:
He was knocked out and fell asleep instantly.
Han ble slått ut og falt i søvn med en gang.
After the accident, she was asleep and unaware of her surroundings.
Etter ulykken var hun uten bevissthet og uvitende om omgivelsene.
Usage: formalContext: Used to describe a state of being unconscious or unresponsive.
Note: This meaning is less common in everyday conversation but is important in medical or emergency contexts.
Asleep's synonyms
asleep
In a state of sleep or unconsciousness.
Example: She fell asleep during the movie.
Note:
sleeping
Resting with eyes closed and in a state of sleep.
Example: The baby is sleeping peacefully in the crib.
Note: Similar to 'asleep,' but emphasizes the ongoing action of sleeping.
slumbering
Being in a state of sleep, especially a peaceful or deep sleep.
Example: The entire house was slumbering when he arrived home late.
Note: Implies a more serene or tranquil sleep compared to just being 'asleep.'
dozing
Napping or sleeping lightly.
Example: She was dozing off in the sun on the beach.
Note: Suggests a light or intermittent sleep rather than a deep or continuous sleep.
Asleep expressions, common phrases
Fast asleep
To be in a deep or sound sleep, often falling asleep quickly or easily.
Example: After a long day at work, he was fast asleep within minutes of hitting the bed.
Note: The term 'fast asleep' emphasizes the deep or sound nature of sleep, contrasting with just being 'asleep.'
Sound asleep
To be in a deep and undisturbed sleep, not easily awakened by external stimuli.
Example: The baby was sound asleep in her crib, not even the loud noises outside could wake her.
Note: Similar to 'fast asleep,' 'sound asleep' highlights the quality of sleep, indicating a deep and uninterrupted state.
Fall asleep
To gradually transition from being awake to being asleep.
Example: She always falls asleep while watching movies on the couch.
Note: While 'asleep' refers to the state of being in sleep, 'fall asleep' specifically describes the process of transitioning into sleep.
Drift off to sleep
To gradually and gently begin to fall asleep.
Example: Listening to the soothing music helped her to drift off to sleep peacefully.
Note: This idiom emphasizes the gentle and peaceful nature of falling asleep, often with a sense of relaxation.
Dead to the world
To be in a deep and heavy sleep, completely unaware of what is happening around.
Example: After working two consecutive night shifts, he was dead to the world and didn't wake up until late in the afternoon.
Note: This phrase implies a very deep and oblivious state of sleep, where one is completely disconnected from the surroundings.
Out like a light
To fall asleep very quickly and deeply.
Example: As soon as his head hit the pillow, he was out like a light and didn't wake up until morning.
Note: The expression suggests a sudden and swift transition from being awake to being deeply asleep.
Catch some Z's
To get some sleep, especially when feeling tired or sleepy.
Example: I need to catch some Z's before the big presentation tomorrow.
Note: This informal phrase uses 'Z's' as a representation of sleep, indicating the need to rest or sleep.
Asleep everyday (slang) expressions
Crash out
To fall asleep quickly and often unexpectedly, usually as a result of exhaustion.
Example: After a long day at work, I just want to crash out on the couch.
Note: The slang term implies a sudden and unprepared manner of falling asleep, unlike the more gradual process of 'asleep.'
Nod off
To briefly fall asleep, especially when struggling to stay awake.
Example: I kept nodding off during the boring lecture.
Note: This term suggests a temporary and light form of sleeping, as opposed to the deeper state of being 'asleep.'
Hit the hay
To go to bed or fall asleep, often implying the intention to sleep well.
Example: I need to hit the hay early tonight to feel rested for tomorrow.
Note: This expression focuses more on the act of going to bed rather than the state of being 'asleep.'
Zonk out
To suddenly and deeply fall asleep, especially as a result of fatigue or the influence of substances.
Example: The medication made me zonk out within minutes.
Note: This term emphasizes a heavy and possibly unnatural way of falling 'asleep' compared to the usual state of sleeping.
Hit the sack
To go to bed or lie down to sleep after a tiring day.
Example: I'm exhausted; it's time to hit the sack.
Note: Similar to 'hit the hay,' this slang term focuses on the action of preparing to sleep rather than being in the state of 'asleep.'
Take a catnap
To take a short and often light sleep, typically during the day.
Example: I'll take a quick catnap before heading out for the evening.
Note: This term refers to a brief period of sleep, usually lighter than being 'asleep' for a full night.
Zone out
To disconnect mentally from the surroundings or conversations, often leading to a drowsy or semi-conscious state akin to being 'asleep.'
Example: Whenever I hear his boring stories, I just zone out.
Note: While not directly indicating sleep, 'zone out' describes a mental state of disengagement that can sometimes resemble the feeling of being 'asleep.'
Asleep - Examples
I fell asleep during the movie.
Jeg sovnet under filmen.
The baby is finally asleep.
Babyen er endelig sovende.
She was still asleep when I left for work.
Hun var fortsatt sovende da jeg dro på jobb.
Asleep grammar
Asleep - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: asleep
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): asleep
Syllables, Separation and Stress
asleep Contains 1 syllables: asleep
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈslēp
asleep , ə ˈslēp (The red syllable is stressed)
Asleep - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
asleep: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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