Nachtmensch
/ˈnaxtˌmɛnʃ/
night person
Ich bin ein Nachtmensch und schlafe gerne lange.
I'm a night person and like to sleep in.
informal
A person who is most active and productive at night rather than during the day.
Als Nachtmensch fühle ich mich morgens oft müde.
As a night person, I often feel tired in the mornings.
Often used to describe someone who prefers late-night activities or has a nocturnal lifestyle.
Collocations
ein echter Nachtmenscha true night owlNachtmensch seinto be a night person
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Pro Tip
Usage Tip
This term is often used in contrast to 'Frühaufsteher' (early riser).
Word Origin
From 'Nacht' (night) + 'Mensch' (person). Literally means 'night person.'
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe someone who naturally functions better at night.
Word Breakdown
Nacht
night
rootMensch
person
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