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snored

 

[ snɔrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sleeping sound

Snored refers to the act of making a loud, harsh sound while sleeping, usually caused by the vibration of the tissues in the throat. This involuntary sound occurs during respiration, particularly when the airway is partially obstructed. Snoring can vary in intensity and can disrupt both the snorer's and others’ sleep. It is often associated with certain sleep positions, nasal congestion, and can be a sign of sleep apnea. Individuals who snore may often be advised to change their sleeping habits or seek medical advice if it affects their health.

Synonyms

breathe noisily, snooze, snore

Examples of usage

  • He snored loudly all night.
  • She could hear him snored from the other room.
  • I couldn't sleep because my roommate snored.
  • She tried to nudge him to stop snoring.
  • Snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea.

Translations

Translations of the word "snored" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roncou

🇮🇳 खर्राटे लिया

🇩🇪 schnarchte

🇮🇩 mengorok

🇺🇦 хропів

🇵🇱 chrapał

🇯🇵 いびきをかいた

🇫🇷 ronflait

🇪🇸 roncó

🇹🇷 horladı

🇰🇷 코골았다

🇸🇦 شخر

🇨🇿 chrápal

🇸🇰 chrápal

🇨🇳 打鼾

🇸🇮 hrupal

🇮🇸 snarkaði

🇰🇿 хропыды

🇬🇪 ხრინწი

🇦🇿 xırıltı çəkdi

🇲🇽 roncó

Word origin

The word 'snore' originates from the Middle English term 'snorren,' which is believed to be derived from the Old English word 'snōrian.' This word relates to sounds made during sleep and has cognates in various Germanic languages, hinting at a shared linguistic heritage regarding this specific action. Throughout the evolution of the word, its meanings and forms have been preserved consistently, often emphasizing involuntary sounds during sleep. In literature, snoring has been cited historically to depict laziness or deep sleep, often used for comedic effects in stories and plays. An interesting aspect of snoring in history is its relation to sleep disorders, which have been recognized for centuries, leading to various medical understandings and cultural interpretations of the phenomenon.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,397 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.