sieste

la sieste
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
feminine noun
a. nap
La sieste est une vraie tradition dans certains pays.Naps are a real tradition in some countries.
b. afternoon nap
Alice fait une sieste de 20 minutes tous les jours pour rester productive.Alice takes a 20-minute afternoon nap every day to stay productive.
c. siesta
Je ferais bien une petite sieste au soleil.I could do with a little siesta in the sun.
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