寝坊
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Base noun form. Refers to the act or habit of oversleeping. Can be used in phrases like 『寝坊する』 (nebou suru, 'to oversleep').
Theme
On a weekend morning, User calls their friend Mika to make plans, but Mika sounds sleepy.
寝坊
ねぼう
sleeping in late
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine someone sleeping in late, snoring loudly — they're a 'ne-bo' (寝坊 nebou, 'sleeping in late'), like a lazy bear in bed. 'Ne-bo' sounds like 'neighbor' who oversleeps!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『寝坊』 (nebou, 'sleeping in late') is often used to describe someone who oversleeps, especially in contexts like being late for work or school. It can carry a slightly negative connotation of laziness or irresponsibility.
Forms
Base: 寝坊Base noun form. Refers to the act or habit of oversleeping. Can be used in phrases like 『寝坊する』 (nebou suru, 'to oversleep').