A1 — Beginnerverb
svegliare
to wake (someone) up
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
destarescuoterechiamaretirare su
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
addormentarecoricarefar dormire
Usage note
Non-reflexive: to wake someone else up. 'Svegliarsi' = to wake up oneself. Also figurative: 'svegliare l'interesse' = to awaken interest.
Example
"Mi svegli alle sette, per favore?"
"Could you wake me up at seven, please?"
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