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wake someone up
/weɪk ˈsʌmwʌn ʌp/
[/weɪk ˈsʌmwʌn ʌp/]
rouse from sleep
Beginnerverb
Definition
To cause another person to stop sleeping. It is the causative form of waking up.
Example
Please wake me up at six tomorrow.
Please wake me up at six tomorrow.
Etymology
From 'wake' plus 'up', with 'up' adding completeness to becoming alert.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in daily routines and morning talk.