Hindi · Common Verbs
सोना
sona
To sleep
Beginnerverb
Definition
To rest with your eyes closed at night.
Example
मैं ग्यारह बजे सोता हूँ।
I sleep at eleven o'clock.
Etymology
'सोना' (sona) derives from the Sanskrit word 'स्वप्न' (svapna), which means 'to sleep' or 'dream.' This highlights the cultural significance of sleep in various traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'सोना' is used informally in everyday speech and writing to refer to sleep, and it is prevalent in various dialects across India.
Literary Heritage
... not frequently referenced, but sleep themes appear in folklore.