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in der Abendstunde
/ɪn deːɐ̯ ˈaːbn̩tˌʃtʊndə/
in the evening
Wir treffen uns in der Abendstunde am Fluss.
We meet by the river in the evening.
literary
during the time of evening, in the evening hours
Die Sterne leuchten besonders hell in der Abendstunde.
The stars shine especially brightly in the evening.
In der Abendstunde genießen wir oft ein Glas Wein.
In the evening, we often enjoy a glass of wine.
The phrase emphasizes the poetic or reflective quality of the evening time, often used in literary or nostalgic contexts.
Collocations
in stiller Abendstundein a quiet eveningin der goldenen Abendstundein the golden hour of evening
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Pro Tip
Usage in poetry
Use 'in der Abendstunde' to add a lyrical or nostalgic tone to your writing, especially when describing nature, emotions, or reflective moments.
Gold Rule
When to use this phrase
Reserve this phrase for contexts where you want to emphasize the beauty, tranquility, or significance of the evening. Avoid using it in casual conversation.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'Abend' (evening) and 'Stunde' (hour), with 'Abend' deriving from Old High German 'āband' and 'Stunde' from Old High German 'stunta' (time, hour). The phrase reflects a poetic or elevated way to refer to the evening period.
Usage Notes
This phrase is more formal and literary than everyday expressions like 'am Abend'. It is often used in poetry, songs, or descriptive prose to evoke a serene or contemplative atmosphere.
Word Breakdown
in der
in the
prepositional articleAbendstunde
evening hour
compound nounDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch