siyesta
siyésta with stress marks
siesta; nap
Usage Note
Siyesta is borrowed from Spanish 'siesta' and refers to the midday rest or afternoon nap — a practice introduced during the Spanish colonial period. In the Philippines it remains common in provinces and among older generations, though urban work culture has reduced it; many small-town businesses still slow down during midday.
Examples
" Siyesta muna tayo. "
Natural Translation
Let's take a nap first.
Literal Translation
Nap first we.
" Oras na para sa ating siyesta. "
Natural Translation
It is time for our nap.
Literal Translation
Time already for our nap
" Tuwing tanghali sa probinsya, nagsasara ang mga tindahan dahil nagsisiyesta ang mga tao pagkatapos kumain. "
Natural Translation
Every midday in the province, the shops close because people take a nap after eating.
Literal Translation
Every noon in countryside, close the shops because nap the people after eat.
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