Sleepover: meaning, definitions and examples
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sleepover
[ ˈsliːpˌoʊvər ]
social gathering
A sleepover is a type of social gathering, typically involving children or teenagers, where they stay overnight at a friend's house. During a sleepover, guests often engage in various activities such as playing games, watching movies, and talking late into the night. It is a fun way to nurture friendships and host social bonds. Sleepovers can be themed, and they often include snacks and festive decorations, making them memorable events.
Synonyms
pajama party, slumber party.
Examples of usage
- We're having a sleepover at Sarah's house this weekend.
- The kids planned a fun sleepover with movies and popcorn.
- Jessie's birthday party will be a sleepover with all her friends.
Translations
Translations of the word "sleepover" in other languages:
🇵🇹 festa do pijama
🇮🇳 सपना पार्टी
🇩🇪 Übernachtungsparty
🇮🇩 penginapan
🇺🇦 нічліг
🇵🇱 nocowanie
🇯🇵 スリープオーバー
🇫🇷 pyjama party
🇪🇸 pijamada
🇹🇷 yatılı parti
🇰🇷 슬립오버
🇸🇦 حفلة نوم
🇨🇿 přespání
🇸🇰 spanie u kamarátov
🇨🇳 过夜聚会
🇸🇮 prenočevanje
🇮🇸 gisting
🇰🇿 түнемелік кеш
🇬🇪 ღამისთევა
🇦🇿 yuxu partisi
🇲🇽 fiesta de pijamas
Etymology
The term 'sleepover' originated in the United States and became popular in the late 20th century. Initially, these gatherings were referred to as 'slumber parties' or 'pajama parties.' The tradition of children staying overnight at a friend's house has deep social and cultural roots, connected to the rise of youth culture and the desire for social bonding among friends. With the advent of organized children's activities in the 1980s and 1990s, sleepovers became a staple of childhood experiences. They serve as an opportunity for children and teenagers to develop independence while enjoying the company of peers in a comfortable and familiar environment.