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durmam bem

[dur-ˈmɐ̃w̃ ˈbɐ̃ɪ̃]
verb phrase
sleep well
1. A polite expression wishing someone a good night's sleep; used as a farewell before bedtime
Good night, sleep well! See you tomorrow.
Durmam bem! Vejo vocês amanhã.
2. An imperative form addressing multiple people or using formal/plural 'vocês', expressing the desire for restful sleep
Everyone, sleep well and rest up for the big day ahead.
Durmam bem e descansem para o grande dia.
NYC Slang
sleep tight / sweet dreams
Synonyms
durmam à vontadedurma bem (singular)bom sonoboa noite

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
durmam bem
Standard informal farewell before sleep
Portugal
durmam bem
Same usage, though 'boa noite' is more common as primary farewell

Related Idioms & Phrases

boa noite e bons sonhos
que durmam bem
durma bem como uma pedra
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