Synonyms of siestas

siestas

noun

plural of siesta

as in naps

a short sleep

he typically takes a siesta after lunch, waiting for it to become a little cooler until resuming work

Synonyms & Similar Words

• naps
• catnaps
• forty winks
• slumbers
• winks
• dozes
• reposes
• rests
• snoozes
• kips
• drowses
• beds

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of siestas

Those sprawling views continued into our room, which featured a spacious balcony that quickly became our favorite spot for mid-day siestas. — Kasey Busiel, Vogue, 17 July 2026

The middle of the day is for mandatory Sun siestas. — Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026

The two-bedroom rental features an elevated plunge pool bookended by a cozy lounging area for afternoon siestas under the sun. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 27 Jan. 2026

When the heat finally breaks after mid-day, locals emerge from siestas into cooler evenings for tapas, vermut, and socializing. — Kelsy Chauvin, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 May 2025