すやすや

すやすや is a mimetic word describing peaceful, sound sleep, typically used for babies, children, or pets.

USAGE:
Conveys a gentle, heartwarming image of someone sleeping quietly and comfortably.

COMMON PATTERNS:

• すやすや眠(ねむ)る: to sleep peacefully
• すやすやと寝息(ねいき)を立(た)てる: to breathe softly in sleep
• すやすや眠(ねむ)っている: to be sleeping soundly

TYPICAL SUBJECTS:

• 赤(あか)ちゃん: babies
• 子供(こども): children
• ペット: pets

CONTRAST:

• ぐっすり: deeply (sleeping)
• すやすや: peacefully (sleeping)
• ぐうぐう: snoring (sleeping noisily)