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Abend

/ˈaːbɛnt/
noun★Intermediate— evening
◆ What It Really Means
The evening is a time for relaxation and socializing.
¶ Literal Meaning
The time of day between sunset and midnight.
Literal Breakdown
rootto go, to depart
◇ Mental Image
A calm and peaceful atmosphere, with people enjoying themselves.
◈ When to Use
A person is getting ready for a night out with friends.
◉ Cultural Note
In German culture, the evening is a time for socializing and relaxation.
formalinformaltechnical

the time of day between sunset and midnight

Der Abend ist mein Lieblingszeit.

The evening is my favorite time.

💡

The evening is a common time for socializing and relaxation.

Collocations

Abendessendinner

Synonyms

eveningnight

Antonyms

morgen

Related Phrases

Abendstundeidiom
evening hour

💡Pro Tip

Use 'Abend' to refer to the evening or nighttime

When referring to the evening or nighttime, use the word 'Abend' to add a touch of formality and elegance to your language.

⚡Gold Rule

Use 'Abend' to refer to the time of day between sunset and midnight

When referring to the time of day between sunset and midnight, use the word 'Abend' to specify the exact time period.

📖Word Origin

From Old High German "abend", from Proto-Germanic "abiz", from Proto-Indo-European "ab-" (to go, to depart).

📝Usage Notes

The word 'Abend' is often used to refer to the evening or nighttime, but it can also be used to refer to the time of day between sunset and midnight.

Word Breakdown

root
to go, to depart
root
Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch

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