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How to pronounce “asleep

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Pronunciation guide for asleep

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of asleep with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Amazing RaceAnd I had been asleep and I didn't
Definition summary
In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.

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How to pronounce asleep

The Amazing Race

And I had been asleep and I didn't

Example Sentences

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Meaning

  • [Adjective]
  • In a state of sleep; also, broadly, resting.
  • (slang) Inattentive.
  • (of a body part) Having a numb or prickling sensation accompanied by a degree of unresponsiveness.
  • (euphemistic) Dead.

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