noun
Uncommon
nightfall
NYT-fawl
Nightfall (noun) means the time when day turns to night; dusk. Example: “We need to reach camp before nightfall.”
noun
1
The time when day turns to night; dusk.
"We need to reach camp before nightfall."
How to use nightfall
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe moment evening turns into night.
Common pairings
before nightfall
at nightfall
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Word forms
- Plural
- nightfalls
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Etymology
From night + fall, on the pattern of the sun or light "falling" away at the end of the day.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “nightfall” mean?
The word “nightfall” means the time when day turns to night; dusk. In plain terms, the moment evening turns into night.
How do you pronounce “nightfall”?
“Nightfall” is pronounced NYT-fawl (/ˈnaɪt.fɔl/ in IPA).
How do you use “nightfall” in a sentence?
Here is “nightfall” used in a sentence: “We need to reach camp before nightfall.”
What part of speech is “nightfall”?
“Nightfall” is a noun.
Is “nightfall” a common word?
“Nightfall” is an uncommon word in modern English.
