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"Tengo sueño" is a phrase which is often translated as "I'm sleepy", and "estoy cansado" is a phrase which is often translated as "I'm tired". Learn more about the difference between "tengo sueño" and "estoy cansado" below.
tengo sueño()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. I'm sleepy
Tengo sueño. Me voy a echar una siesta.I'm sleepy. I'm going to have a nap.
b. I am sleepy
Tengo sueño así que me voy a acostar.I am sleepy, so I'm going to go to bed.
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estoy cansado()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. I'm tired (contraction)
¿Quieres venir a pasear? - No, estoy cansado.Do you want to go for a walk? - No, I'm tired.
b. I am tired
Déjame dormir que estoy cansada.Let me sleep. I am tired.
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