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How do you say "to sleep" in Arabic?
ينام
Yinaem
In Arabic, "to sleep" is ينام.
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Pronunciation
Yinaem, say 'yee-NAHM' where the middle syllable is clear and the final m is soft and lingering.
Writing and usage
Ends with meem (م), which is a soft, nasal sound perfect for the gentleness of sleep.
Example sentence
نام الطفل بسرعة بعد التعب.
The child fell asleep quickly after being tired.
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How to remember ينام
Yinaem, the long 'ahm' at the end sounds like a contented humming as you drift off to sleep.
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Questions about ينام
How do you say "to sleep" in Arabic?
In Arabic, "to sleep" is ينام. It is a noun.
How is ينام written in Arabic?
Ends with meem (م), which is a soft, nasal sound perfect for the gentleness of sleep.
How is ينام used in a sentence?
Use ينام as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: نام الطفل بسرعة بعد التعب. (The child fell asleep quickly after being tired.).
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