Meaning
To have a short sleep, especially in the afternoon.
Cultural Background
The siesta is a traditional break, though less common in modern city offices. It is less of a formal 'siesta' and more of a quick rest. The siesta is very common in the provinces. Often called 'descansar' rather than 'siesta'.
Reflexive usage
You can say 'echarse una siesta' to emphasize that you are doing it for yourself.
Meaning
To have a short sleep, especially in the afternoon.
Reflexive usage
You can say 'echarse una siesta' to emphasize that you are doing it for yourself.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Después de comer, siempre ______ una siesta.
The collocation is 'echar una siesta'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesDespués de comer, siempre ______ una siesta.
The collocation is 'echar una siesta'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a cultural practice for energy.
Related Phrases
Dormir la siesta
synonymTo take a nap
