Sleeping
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The present participle of sleep; the state of being in natural rest with reduced consciousness and bodily functions. Can also describe something inactive or dormant.
“The baby is sleeping peacefully in the nursery after a long day of play.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈsliːpɪŋ/
Syllables
sleep·ing
Related Words
Synonyms
restingdozingslumberingnapping
Antonyms
waking
Word Game Tips
🟩
Wordle
Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains double-E and -ING ending
🔤
Scrabble
Worth 12 points; the -ING ending makes it easy to extend existing words
Words Related to Sleeping
Explore Similar Words
Try These Tools
Dictionary References
Look up sleeping in an authoritative dictionary for full definitions, pronunciation, and etymology.
Ready to test your word skills?
Download Word Challenge for unlimited word puzzles, a fresh Daily Challenge, and head-to-head multiplayer. Guess the hidden word in six tries or fewer!