Danish · Common Verbs

Sove

To sleep

Beginnerverb

Definition

To rest with your eyes closed at night.

Example

Jeg sover otte timer hver nat.

I sleep eight hours every night.

Etymology

'Sove' comes from the Old Norse 'sofa,' which means to sleep. The word has a longstanding usage in the Danish language with a consistent meaning.

How & Where It’s Used

'Sove' is used informally in everyday conversations and is widely understood throughout Denmark.

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