J'aime dormir
In French, "I like to sleep" is expressed as J'aime dormir.
This phrase is used to state that a person enjoys the act of sleeping.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Je (I), aime (love/like) and dormir (to sleep).
Which one should you use?
While J'aime dormir expresses a general preference for the activity, Je veux dormir would mean "I want to sleep", which expresses a specific desire in the moment.
How does it change in a sentence?
When expressing a preference for an action, the verb aimer is conjugated in the present tense and is followed directly by the infinitive form of the second verb.
Did you know?
- In French, the act of sleeping in late is called faire la grasse matinée, which literally translates to 'making a fat morning'.
- To express the feeling of being sleepy, French speakers say J'ai sommeil, which literally means 'I have sleep'.
- In France, the phrase faire dodo is a common way to say 'go to sleep' when talking to children. It is a playful, infantile version of dormir that adults often use ironically.
Examples in context
- J'aime dormir à poil.I like to sleep in the buff.This sentence is useful for illustrating the use of J'aime dormir.Tatoeba #12656272 by lbdx, translation #3723655 by CM
- J'aime dormir sur le ventre.I like to sleep on my stomach.Tatoeba #4244527 by mouche, translation #2397841 by felicia
- J'aime dormir nu.I like to sleep naked.Tatoeba #11939131 by lbdx, translation #8210815 by CM
- J'aime dormir.I like to sleep.
- J'adore dormir, c'est tellement agréable!I adore sleeping, it's so pleasant!
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Example conversation
Emma and Hugo are talking about their favorite weekend activities.
- EmmaQu'est-ce que tu préfères faire le samedi ?What do you prefer to do on Saturdays?
- HugoJ'aime dormir jusqu'à midi.I like to sleep until noon.
- EmmaMoi aussi, c'est très relaxant.Me too, it's very relaxing.
- HugoOui, j'aime dormir quand je suis fatigué.Yes, I like to sleep when I am tired.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
