Spanish Expression · Intermediate
echar una siesta
to take a nap
Pronunciation: e-CHÁR u-na SIÉS-ta
Meaning
To rest or sleep for a short period, especially in the afternoon.
Example
Me encanta echar una siesta después de comer.
I love taking a nap after lunch.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice echar una siesta out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Spanish expression.