Definition

A short sleep or rest taken in the afternoon, usually after lunch.

Example

After lunch, I like to take a siesta to recharge for the rest of the day.

Conversation

I love taking a siesta after lunch when I can.

That sounds nice! I wish I could do that every day.

It's the perfect way to recharge for the afternoon.

Definitely! Maybe I should start making time for a siesta too.

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Root Explanation

Siesta comes from the Latin word 'siesta' (meaning nap or rest), which is derived from 'hora sexta' (meaning sixth hour). The term originally referred to the rest taken around midday, specifically the sixth hour after dawn.

Memory Tip

Imagine taking a short 'nap' during the 'sixth hour' of the day — that's what a siesta is all about.

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