ichidan verb, intransitive verb
The basic verb for sleeping, typically in a bed or futon. Contrasts with 眠る, which focuses on the state of being asleep.
See also: 眠る
昨夜はよく寝ました。
I slept well last night.
赤ちゃんがすやすや寝ている。
The baby is sleeping peacefully.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Covers both going to bed for the night and simply lying down. Context distinguishes the intended meaning.
もう遅いから寝よう。
It's late, so let's go to bed.
疲れたので少し横になって寝た。
I was tired, so I lay down for a bit.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
sleep with; have sex with
Euphemistic use; often appears as 〜と寝る.
彼は彼女と寝たと言っている。
He says he slept with her.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
Describes hair, grass, or similar things lying flat or being pressed down.
湿気で髪が寝てしまった。
My hair went flat from the humidity.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
lie idle (funds, stock)
Used for money or goods that are not being used or circulated.
銀行に寝ているお金を投資に回す。
I'll invest the money that's been lying idle in the bank.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
ferment (soy sauce, miso, etc.)
Describes the maturing or fermenting process of traditional Japanese condiments.
味噌がよく寝ていて、深い味わいだ。
The miso has fermented well and has a deep flavor.