뜻
Expressing tiredness or need for rest.
문화적 배경
The 'Mesimeri' (afternoon rest) is sacred. From 3 PM to 5:30 PM, saying you want to sleep is not just a personal preference but a cultural norm. Similar to Greece, but the heat in Cyprus can be even more intense, making the desire for a midday sleep almost a medical necessity in the summer. Second-generation Greeks might use the phrase as a way to reconnect with their heritage, though they often lose the 'na' particle, saying 'Thelo koimitho'. In monasteries, sleep is strictly regulated. A monk might say this phrase to indicate they are following the 'kanona' (rule) of rest before the night vigil.
The 'Na' Rule
Always remember that 'θέλω' is a magnet for 'να'. Never leave home without it!
Politeness
Adding 'λίγο' (a little) at the end makes it sound less abrupt: 'Θέλω να κοιμηθώ λίγο'.
뜻
Expressing tiredness or need for rest.
The 'Na' Rule
Always remember that 'θέλω' is a magnet for 'να'. Never leave home without it!
Politeness
Adding 'λίγο' (a little) at the end makes it sound less abrupt: 'Θέλω να κοιμηθώ λίγο'.
Aspect Matters
Don't say 'κοιμάμαι' unless you're talking about your general sleep habits.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος. Θέλω ___ κοιμηθώ.
In Modern Greek, 'θέλω' is followed by the particle 'να' to express a desire.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I want to sleep'?
Choose the correct option:
Option B uses the correct particle and the correct verb form (subjunctive).
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.
Μαρία: Είναι μεσάνυχτα! Ελένη: Ναι, ________.
Since it's midnight (μεσάνυχτα), wanting to sleep is the most logical response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are at a friend's house and you are yawning constantly.
Yawning is a sign of tiredness.
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시각 학습 자료
Feeling vs. Intent
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος. Θέλω ___ κοιμηθώ.
In Modern Greek, 'θέλω' is followed by the particle 'να' to express a desire.
Choose the correct option:
Option B uses the correct particle and the correct verb form (subjunctive).
Μαρία: Είναι μεσάνυχτα! Ελένη: Ναι, ________.
Since it's midnight (μεσάνυχτα), wanting to sleep is the most logical response.
Situation: You are at a friend's house and you are yawning constantly.
Yawning is a sign of tiredness.
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자주 묻는 질문
12 질문Yes, that's a very common and slightly more informal way to say 'I want sleep'.
No, it's just the dependent (subjunctive) form of the same verb.
Be careful! That would be 'Θέλω να κοιμηθώ μαζί σου'. Use it wisely!
This is a rule for many verbs in the subjunctive mood in Greek.
Not if it's late. Greeks value honesty about tiredness.
'Νυστάζω' is the feeling (I'm sleepy), 'Θέλω να κοιμηθώ' is the desire/plan.
Yes, but you might add 'για λίγο' (for a little) or 'έναν υπνάκο' (a little nap).
Just add 'δεν' at the beginning: 'Δεν θέλω να κοιμηθώ'.
Yes, 'Θέλω να την πέσω' is very common among young people.
No, 'θέλω' already implies 'I'. Adding 'εγώ' makes it very emphatic.
Change it to 'Θέλουμε να κοιμηθούμε'.
Constantly! It's a staple of Greek 'laiko' and pop music.
관련 표현
Νυστάζω
similarI am sleepy
Πάω για ύπνο
synonymI am going to bed
Είμαι κουρασμένος
builds onI am tired
Κοιμάμαι όρθιος
specialized formI am sleeping standing up
Όνειρα γλυκά
contrastSweet dreams
