In Spanish slang, 'cabecear' generally refers to the act of nodding off or falling asleep, especially in inappropriate situations, such as at work or during a conversation. It can also refer to nodding in agreement.
Examples
- Spanish: Después de una noche de fiesta, Juan no podía evitar cabecear en su escritorio del trabajo.
- English: After a night of partying, Juan couldn't help but nod off at his work desk.