Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cochilar

verb
ko-kee-lahr
Definition
In Portuguese, ‘cochilar’ means to doze off or to take a short nap. It describes the action of falling into a light sleep, often unintentionally.
Examples
  • Após um dia cansativo, eu costumava cochilar no sofá.
  • Ele cochilou durante o filme, perdendo partes importantes da história.
Meaning
The act of closing one’s eyes and drifting into a brief sleep, generally associated with a moment of rest or relaxation.
Synonyms
  • dormitar
  • abrir o olho
  • fazer um soninho