sleeping
UK/'sli:piŋ/US
IELTSA2
Definitions
n.
The state or an act of being asleep.
睡眠，睡觉
adj.
Currently asleep; designed or used for sleep.
睡着的；供睡眠用的
Root Breakdown
Native Englishsleepother
+
ingcontinuous / action of
=sleeping
Common Collocations
- 1.sleeping pattern睡眠规律
- 2.sleeping pill安眠药
- 3.sleeping bag睡袋
- 4.sleeping disorder睡眠障碍
Example Sentences
- 1.
Sleeping for at least seven hours a night is essential for good health.
- 2.
The baby's sleeping pattern has finally become more regular.
- 3.
He was found sleeping on the couch after the long flight.