Word
afternoon
The afternoon is the period of the day between noon and evening.
Meanings
The period of the day extending from noon until evening.
Definition
The afternoon is the part of the day that follows the morning and precedes the evening. It typically begins around 12:00 PM (noon) and extends until sunset or the start of the evening. This time is commonly used for work, school, or various leisure activities.
Examples
- We usually have our team meeting every Tuesday afternoon.
- She enjoys taking a long walk through the park in the late afternoon.
- The children spent the entire afternoon building a fort in their backyard.
- What are your plans for Saturday afternoon?
- He decided to take a short nap this afternoon before starting his evening shift.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use "in the afternoon" when a more specific reference like "this afternoon" or "tomorrow afternoon" is needed for a particular instance.
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