Meaning of the word sleeping in English

What does sleeping mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sleeping

US /ˈsliː.pɪŋ/
UK /ˈsliː.pɪŋ/

Verb

present participle of sleep

Example:
The baby is sleeping peacefully in her crib.
I was sleeping when you called.

Adjective

in a state of sleep

Example:
Be quiet, the baby is sleeping.
I saw a sleeping cat on the windowsill.

Noun

the activity of sleeping

Example:
I need to catch up on my sleeping.
His favorite pastime is sleeping.