B2 Collocation Neutral

Tirar uma sesta.

Take a nap.

Meaning

To have a short sleep, especially during the day.

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Cultural Background

The sesta is a traditional part of life, especially in the Alentejo region.

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Use 'tirar'

Always use 'tirar' or 'fazer' with 'sesta'.

Meaning

To have a short sleep, especially during the day.

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Use 'tirar'

Always use 'tirar' or 'fazer' with 'sesta'.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Depois de almoçar, eu gosto de ________ uma sesta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tirar

The standard collocation is 'tirar uma sesta'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank B1

Depois de almoçar, eu gosto de ________ uma sesta.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: tirar

The standard collocation is 'tirar uma sesta'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Only if you are on a break!

Related Phrases

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Dar um cochilo

synonym

To take a nap

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