nightclub
NUH-ihtk-luhb
Nightclub (noun) means a venue open late at night offering music, dancing, and drinks. Example: “They danced until 3 a.m. at a nightclub downtown.”
noun
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A venue open late at night offering music, dancing, and drinks.
"This is a country where nightclubs in Thimbu, the capital, throb with techno music, but where smoking is illegal and television did not arrive until 1999."
— Tim Sullivan, Bhutanese reluctantly stepping into world of democracy (2008)
"They danced until 3 a.m. at a nightclub downtown."
"The new nightclub on the high street plays loud music until the early morning."
"Students queued outside the nightclub, hoping to get in before it filled up."
How to use nightclub
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA late-night venue for dancing, drinking, and music.
Common pairings
go to a nightclub
a nightclub owner
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Word forms
- Plural
- nightclubs
- Third person singular
- nightclubs
- Past tense
- nightclubbed
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Etymology
From night + club.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “nightclub” mean?
The word “nightclub” means a venue open late at night offering music, dancing, and drinks. In plain terms, a late-night venue for dancing, drinking, and music.
How do you pronounce “nightclub”?
“Nightclub” is pronounced NUH-ihtk-luhb (/ˈnʌɪtklʌb/ in IPA).
How do you use “nightclub” in a sentence?
Here is “nightclub” used in a sentence: “They danced until 3 a.m. at a nightclub downtown.”
What part of speech is “nightclub”?
“Nightclub” is a noun.
Is “nightclub” a common word?
“Nightclub” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a nightclub and a bar?
A bar is primarily focused on serving drinks in a relatively simple setting, while a nightclub is a late-night venue built around music, dancing, and a broader entertainment experience alongside drinks. Nightclubs typically have designated dance floors, DJs or live performers, and stay open later than typical bars.
What is the difference between a nightclub and a lounge?
A lounge generally offers a more relaxed, low-key atmosphere suited to conversation and seated drinking, while a nightclub is oriented around dancing, louder music, and a higher-energy social scene. The two can overlap, but a nightclub places greater emphasis on the dance floor experience.
Is nightclub a formal or casual word?
Nightclub is a standard, neutral word used in both everyday and formal contexts, such as business licensing or news reporting. It is not slang, though it is sometimes shortened informally to "club" in casual conversation.
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