siesta culture
/siˈɛstə ˈkʌltʃər/
UncommonThe idea that taking a midday rest or nap is a normal, acceptable part of daily life.
Often used as a kind of rallying cry by people tired of hustle culture. Can be sincere or half-joking.
Real-world examples3 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | we need siesta culture in america desperately | The US workday culture doesn't allow for rest and should change. | x, 2024 |
| 02 | i'm starting siesta culture in my household | Making a personal rule that midday naps are allowed or encouraged at home. | tiktok, 2023 |
| 03 | spain had it right. siesta culture is the future. | Praising the idea of a cultural norm around midday rest. |
Use it when
- You are advocating for rest during the workday.
- You want to push back on productivity-obsessed takes.
- You are posting about napping without apology.
Do not use it when
- You are literally describing Spanish or Mediterranean napping customs.Use “siesta” instead.
Origin and context
Siesta is a Spanish word for a midday nap, rooted in the Latin 'sexta hora' (the sixth hour, midday). 'Siesta culture' as an internet phrase grew out of anti-hustle discourse online, particularly around 2020-2023.
- First seen
- 2020s
- Confidence
- medium
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