Definitions
adj. not sleeping
醒着的
v. to stop sleeping or cause someone to stop sleeping
醒来；唤醒
Example
I was still awake when the rain finally stopped.
雨终于停下时，我还醒着。
Students who stay awake late at night may struggle to concentrate during lessons the following morning.
熬夜不睡的学生第二天上午上课时可能难以集中注意力。
Collocations
- wide awake
- stay awake
- lie awake
Word family
- awaken (v.)
- awakening (n.)
Antonyms
- asleep
Usage tip
形容词通常作表语；动词变化为awoke、awoken。
FAQ
- What does awake mean?
- not sleeping to stop sleeping or cause someone to stop sleeping
- How is awake pronounced?
- UK /əˈweɪk/, US /əˈweɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
