打盹儿

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"打盹儿" (dǎdǔnr) means to take a short nap or doze off briefly, often unintentionally. It is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe light, short sleep periods, especially during the day.

Common Contexts

People often "打盹儿" on sofas, chairs, or during breaks, such as after lunch or while watching TV. It implies a light sleep, not deep or long.

Collocations and Patterns

Register and Tone

This phrase is informal and used in casual speech. It conveys a relaxed, everyday tone.

Common Confusion

Don't confuse "打盹儿" with "睡觉" (to sleep) which implies longer or deeper sleep. "打盹儿" specifically refers to short, light naps.

Example Sentences

He was dozing on the sofa and didn't hear the phone ring.

Taking a nap after lunch helps to restore energy.

He couldn't help dozing off during the meeting.