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[0646] Sleep together

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English Idioms
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Explanation

  • A euphemism meaning to have sexual intercourse.
  • It implies sharing a bed with the intention or result of sexual activity, not merely sharing sleeping quarters platonically.

Origin

  • Stems from the literal act of sharing a bed, which historically and socially is strongly associated with sexual intimacy between non-related adults.
  • Used as a less direct way to refer to sex.

Synonyms & Related Expressions

  • Have sex
  • Make love (implies emotional connection)
  • Hook up (can mean various levels of intimacy, often casual sex)
  • Get intimate
  • Go all the way
  • Do it / Get it on

Alternatives

Slang/Informal:

  • Hooked up
  • Got it on
  • Did it
  • Did the deed
  • Got lucky
  • Shagged (UK/Aus)
  • Rooted (Aus)

Vulgar/Emphatic:

  • Fucked
  • Banged
  • Screwed
  • Got laid

Milder/More Formal:

  • Became intimate
  • Consummated the relationship (formal, often implies marriage)
  • Had relations (somewhat clinical or formal)

Situational Appropriateness

  • Informal to semi-formal depending on the relationship between speakers.
  • Generally avoided in very formal or professional contexts.
  • Can be considered gossipy.

Misunderstanding Warnings

  • The most common misunderstanding is taking it literally, meaning just sharing a bed platonically (e.g., friends sharing a hotel room). Context is crucial.

Examples

  • I heard Mark and Sarah slept together after the party.
  • Are they dating now, or did they just sleep together once?
  • He admitted they had slept together.

Dialogue

Anna: Did you hear about Mike and Chloe?

Ben: No, what happened?

Anna: Apparently, they slept together last weekend.

Ben: Seriously? I didn't even know they liked each other that way.

Social Media Examples

  • Relationship advice thread: He wants to 'sleep together' on the third date, is that too soon? #datingadvice
  • Anonymous confession forum: I slept together with my best friend's ex... feeling so guilty. #confession
  • Fan fiction discussion: Do you think Character A and B will finally sleep together this season? #shipping

Response Patterns

  • If asked as a question (Did they sleep together?): Yes, they did., No, I don't think so., I'm not sure., That's none of our business.
  • If stated as information: Nodding, Oh really?, I thought so., Wow.

Common Follow-up Questions/Actions

  • Was it just a one-night stand?
  • Are they a couple now?
  • How did that happen?
  • Sharing the information (gossiping).

Conversation Starter

  • No. Typically used within a conversation, often when discussing relationships or gossip.

Intonation

  • Usually spoken with a neutral, matter-of-fact tone.
  • Emphasis might fall slightly on together depending on the context, especially if contrasting with platonic sharing.

Generation Differences

  • Widely understood across generations, though younger generations might prefer more direct terms or slang like hook up.

Regional Variations

  • Common in most major English-speaking regions (US, UK, Canada, Australia).
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