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Both verbs refer to the same act, but they differ in the duration they imply. Follow the lesson to find out more.
Both 'sleep' and 'nap' refer to resting with your eyes closed and your mind inactive. However, 'nap' is usually used to refer to a short rest, usually during the day. This lesson further clarifies the difference between these two verbs.
Difference in Duration
'Sleep' refers to the natural and regular state of rest in which a person is unconscious and typically involves a longer duration of resting, usually occurring at night. 'Nap' refers to a short period of sleep or rest, typically during the day. It involves a brief and often lighter state of sleep, generally lasting anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours. 'Napping' is commonly used to recharge, relieve fatigue, or boost alertness during the day. Here are some examples:
I need to
She struggles with insomnia and finds it difficult to
I like to
We decided to
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