Meaning
nap
- a short sleep during the day
In a sentence
Dopo pranzo faccio un sonnellino.
After lunch I take a nap.
Hai fatto un sonnellino oggi?
Did you take a nap today?
Non faccio mai sonnellini lunghi.
I never take long naps.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sonnellino | masculine · singular |
| sonnellini | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Common phrase: fare un sonnellino = to take a nap.
- Usually a short, light sleep, often in the afternoon.
- Masculine noun: il sonnellino.