Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

soneca

noun
soh-NEH-kah
Definition
A short nap taken during the day.
Examples
  • Depois do almoço, eu gosto de tirar uma soneca.
  • Ele dormiu uma soneca de 20 minutos antes da reunião.
Meaning
Soneca refers to a brief period of sleep, typically characterized by its casual and informal nature, often taken to rejuvenate energy and improve alertness.
Synonyms
  • nap
  • catnap
  • siesta