uyumak
verb
Pronunciation: /oo-yoo-MAK/
English Meaning
to sleep
“uyumak” in Example Sentences
Çok yorgunum, uyumak istiyorum.
I am very tired, I want to sleep.
Dün gece hiç uyuyamadım.
I couldn't sleep at all last night.
Bebek uyuyor, sessiz ol.
The baby is sleeping — be quiet.
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| uyuyorum | I am sleeping |
| uyudum | I slept |
Usage Note
Going to bed is 'yatmak' and waking up is 'uyanmak'. 'İyi uykular' means 'Sleep well'.
Word Origin & Etymology
Old Turkic 'udı-mak'.
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