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nighttime

[/ˈnaɪt.taɪm/]
nounpl: nighttimes
noite
1. the time of day between sunset and sunrise; the dark hours of the night
The stars are visible during nighttime.
As estrelas são visíveis durante a noite.
2. the period when people typically sleep or when darkness prevails
Many animals are more active at nighttime.
Muitos animais são mais ativos à noite.
Synonyms
nightdarknesseveningdark
Antonyms
daytimedaydaylight

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
noite
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
noite
standard usage
São Paulo
noite
standard usage
Portugal
noite
standard usage; sometimes 'período noturno' for more formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the dead of night
nighttime is the right time
work the night shift
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