Romanian · Daily Life
a dormi
To sleep
Beginnerverb
Definition
To rest with your eyes closed at night.
Example
Copiii dorm deja.
The children are already sleeping.
Etymology
The verb 'a dormi' originates from the Latin 'dormire', which means to sleep. Its meaning has been preserved in Romanian, with minimal changes in usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'A dormi' is widely used in everyday conversation and writing, in both formal and informal registers. It is universally understood across Romania.