Crépuscule (en. Dusk)

/kʁepy.skul/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Diffused light that precedes the night.
Twilight brings a magical atmosphere to the landscape.
Le crépuscule apporte une atmosphère magique au paysage.
Time of day when light is weak.
We love to walk during twilight.
Nous aimons marcher pendant le crépuscule.

Etymology

From the Latin 'crepusculum', which means 'twilight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

twilight of life
Period when a person is elderly and nearing the end of life.
crépuscule de la vie
in the twilight
When it is dark, but not yet night.
dans le crépuscule

Related Words

dawn
Time of day when light reappears before sunrise.
aube
dusk
English synonym for twilight.
dusk

Slang Meanings

A moment of calm and reflection.
After a busy day, I take a few minutes to appreciate the twilight.
Après une journée chargée, je prends quelques minutes à apprécier le crépuscule.