at night

/æt naɪt/
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During the night, when it is dark.

Examples

  • We can see stars at night.
  • It gets cold at night.
  • Do you work at night?
  • I sleep at night.
  • The shop is closed at night.

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Meanings

During the night

time
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During the night, when it is dark.

Examples

  • I sleep at night.
  • It gets cold at night.
  • We can see stars at night.
  • The shop is closed at night.
  • Do you work at night?

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Etymology

At marks a time; night names the dark part of a day.

FAQ

What does at night mean?

It means during the dark part of the day.

Do we say in night?

No. The usual expression is at night.

Can at night go at the end of a sentence?

Yes. For example, I sleep at night.

Does at night mean every night?

It can describe what usually happens then.

What is the opposite of at night?

During the day.

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