Korean Dictionary

How to say “Nap” in Korean

낮잠

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BeginnerDaily Life

Usage & Context

A short daytime sleep. Despite long working hours, Koreans find creative ways to nap — in their cars, at their desks, or in public spaces on transit. Convenience stores and coffee shops have become impromptu nap spots. The concept of a designated nap area is gaining popularity in modern offices.

Example Sentence

점심 먹고 잠깐 낮잠 자면 오후 업무가 훨씬 잘 돼요.

If you take a short nap after lunch, afternoon work goes much better.

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