Polish · Daily Life
spać
to sleep
Beginnerverb
Definition
To rest with your eyes closed at night.
Example
Dzieci już śpią.
The children are already sleeping.
Etymology
The verb 'spać' comes from Proto-Slavic *spati, meaning to sleep. It has retained a consistent meaning across Slavic languages, reflecting the universal nature of sleep.
How & Where It’s Used
'Spać' is predominantly used in spoken Polish, applicable in both casual and some formal contexts. Its usage is consistent across various dialects in Poland.