深夜
shēn yènoun★Intermediate💡 late night
general
The period of time late at night, typically after midnight.
深夜的城市格外安静。
The city is unusually quiet at night.
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Often used to describe activities or events that occur during the late hours of the night.
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💡Pro Tip
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, '深夜' can evoke a sense of solitude or romance, often used in literature and media to describe intimate or reflective moments.
📖Word Origin
Composed of '深' (shēn, deep) and '夜' (yè, night), literally meaning 'deep night' or 'late night'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe activities or events that occur late at night, often after midnight. Can also carry a poetic or romantic connotation.
Word Breakdown
深
deep
root夜
night
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