lie awake

• Permanecer en la cama sin poder dormir, consciente y despierto, a menudo por ansiedad, estrés o malestar físico.

To be unable to sleep, remaining in bed while fully conscious, often due to worry, stress, or physical discomfort.

1. Unable to sleepB1informal

   To be in bed but not sleeping, often due to worry, excitement, or discomfort.

   estar despierto en la cama sin poder dormir

   • I lay awake all night thinking about the interview.
   • She often lies awake worrying about her children.
   • He lay awake listening to the rain outside.