German · Common Verbs
Schlafen
To sleep
Beginnerverb
Definition
To rest in an unconscious state.
Example
Ich schlafe acht Stunden pro Nacht.
I sleep eight hours per night.
Etymology
'Schlafen' comes from the Old High German 'slafōn', which means to sleep. The usage of the term has changed little over time, remaining primarily associated with rest and recuperation.
How & Where It’s Used
'Schlafen' is predominantly used in informal contexts, primarily in spoken language to describe the act of sleeping. It is also common in storytelling and casual conversation.